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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS.
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY
OPERATION. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
EACH TIME YOU USE THE INSTANT POWER.
To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published
by battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in
vicinity of battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on engine.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not disassemble the Instant Power.
Take it to a qualified service professional
if service or repair is required. Incorrect
assembly may result in fire or electrical
shock.
• Do not use the Instant Power to jump a
vehicle while charging the internal battery.
• Do not recharge the Instant Power with a
damaged extension cord.
• The Instant Power gets hot during
charging and must have proper
ventilation.
• Do not set the Instant Power on
flammable materials, such as carpeting,
upholstery, paper, cardboard, etc.
• Place the Instant Power as far away from
the battery being jumped as the cables
will permit.
• Do not expose the Instant Power to rain
or snow.
• Never attempt to jump start a frozen
battery.
• Never place the Instant Power directly
above battery being jumped.
• To prevent arcing, never allow the clamps
to touch together or to contact the same
piece of metal.
• Use of an attachment not recommended
or sold by Schumacher
®
Electric
Corporation may result in damage to the
unit or personal injury.
• Never operate the Instant Power if it is
damaged.
• If someone else uses the Instant Power,
ensure they are well informed on how
to use it safely, and have read and
understood the operating instructions.
• The Instant Power is NOT designed to be
installed as a replacement for a vehicle
battery.
• Use ONLY on vehicles, boats and garden
tractors powered with a 12V DC battery
system.
• If the engine fails to start after the
recommended number of attempts,
disconnect the unit and look for other
problems that may need to be corrected.
• Use the Instant Power for jump starting
lead-acid batteries ONLY. Do not use for
dry cell batteries that are commonly used
with home appliances.
2. PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Restrictions on Use:
The converter may not be used with life
support devices or systems. Failure of this
converter can reasonably be expected to
cause failure of that life support device
or system, or to affect the safety or
effectiveness of that device or system.
• Wear complete eye protection and
protective clothing when working near
lead-acid batteries. Always have someone
nearby for help.
• Have plenty of fresh water, soap and
baking soda nearby for use, in case
battery acid contacts your eyes, skin, or
clothing. Wash immediately with soap and
water and seek medical attention.
• If battery acid comes in contact with eyes,
flush eyes immediately for a minimum 10
minutes and get medical attention.
• Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly with
baking soda before attempting to clean up.
• Remove all personal metal items from your
body, such as rings, bracelets, necklaces
and watches. A battery can produce a
short circuit current high enough to weld a
ring to metal, causing a severe burn.
• Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in
the vicinity of the battery or engine.
