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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BATTERy EXPLOSION, FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS AND THOSE PUBLISHED By THE BATTERy MANU-
FACTURER AND THE MANUFACTURER OF ANy EQUIPMENT yOU
INTEND TO USE IN THE vICINITy OF THE BATTERy. REvIEW THE
CAUTIONARy MARKINGS ON THESE PRODUCTS AND ON THE
ENGINE.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS 2.
Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you 2.1
work near a lead-acid battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts
2.2
your skin, clothing or eyes.
Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and pro-
2.3
tective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap
2.4
and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye with cold run -
ning water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away.
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery or 2.5
engine.
Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the bat-
2.6
tery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that
may cause an explosion.
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and
2.7
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.
Use this charger for charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. It is not intended
2.8
to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in a starter-
motor application. Do not use this 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.
NEVER charge a frozen battery. 2.9
NEVER overcharge a battery. 2.10
PREPARING TO CHARGE 3.
If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge it, al- 3.1
ways remove the grounded terminal first. Make sure all of the accessories
in the vehicle are off, to prevent arcing.
Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the battery is
3.2
being charged.
Clean the battery terminals before charging the battery. During cleaning,
3.3
keep airborne corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes, nose
and mouth. Use baking soda and water to neutralize battery acid and help