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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1.1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –
This manual contains important safety
and operating instructions.
1.2
Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
1.3
Use of an attachment not recommended
or sold by the battery charger
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electric shock or injury to persons.
1.4
To reduce the risk of damage to electric
plug and cord, pull by the plug rather than
the cord when disconnecting charger.
1.5
An extension cord should not be used
unless absolutely necessary. Use of
improper extension cord could result
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extension cord must be used, make sure:
That the pins on plug of extension cord
are the same number, size and shape as
those of plug on charger.
That extension cord is properly wired and
in good electrical condition; and
That wire size is large enough for AC
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1.6
Do not operate charger with damaged
cord or plug – replace the cord or plug
immediately.
1.7
Do not operate charger if it has received
a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise
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serviceman.
1.8
Do not disassemble charger; take it to
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1.9
To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug
charger from outlet before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off
controls will not reduce this risk.
1.10 WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSIVE
GASES.
a.
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b.
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 marking on these
products and on engine.
1.11
Pursuant to California Proposition 65, this
product contains chemicals known to the
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birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
2. PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2.1
Consider having someone close enough
by to come to your aid when you work
near a lead-acid battery.
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nearby in case battery acid contacts skin,
clothing, or eyes.
2.3
Wear complete eye protection and
clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes
while working near battery.
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wash immediately with soap and water.
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eye with running cold water for at least
10 minutes and get medical attention
immediately.
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in vicinity of battery or engine.
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spark or short-circuit battery or other
electrical part that may cause explosion.
2.7
Remove personal metal items such as
rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches
when working with a lead-acid battery. A
lead-acid battery can produce a short-
circuit current high enough to weld a ring
or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.
2.8
Use charger for charging
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power to a low voltage electrical system
other than in a starter-motor application.
Do not use battery charger for charging
dry-cell batteries that are commonly used
with home appliances. These batteries
may burst and cause injury to persons
and damage to property.
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