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SAFETY GUIDELINES /
DEFINITIONS
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will
result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may
result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may
result in
minor or moderate injury.
Used without the word, indicates a safety related message.
NOTICE:
Indicates a practice
not related to personal injury
which, if not
avoided,
may
result in
property damage.
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION.
When using tools or equipment, basic
safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury.
Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could
result in serious injury and property damage. There are certain applications for
which tools and equipment are designed. Manufacturer strongly recommends that
this product NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which
it was designed. Read and understand all warnings and operating instructions
before using any tool or equipment.
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
Read and understand this instruction manual before using
this unit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE AND/OR SERIOUS
INJURY.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
•
Keep children away.
Keep away from children. This is not a toy!
•
Store indoors.
When not in use, battery chargers should be stored indoors in dry,
and high or locked-up places – out of reach of children.
•
Unplug the battery charger
when not in use.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER CORDS
•
Don’t abuse cord.
Never carry appliance by cord or yank it to disconnect from
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Pull by plug rather than
cord when unplugging the unit.
•
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) protection should be provided on
the circuits or outlets to be used. Receptacles are available having built in GFCI
protection and may be used for this measure of safety.
Extension cords
•
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary.
Use
of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an
extension cord is used, make sure that the pins of the extension cord are the same
number, size and shape as those in the charger.
•
Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product
will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss
of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use
depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Recommended Minimum AWG Size for Extension Cords for Battery Chargers
AC Input Rating
American Wire Gage (AWG) Size of Cord
Amperes
Length of Cord, feet (m)
Equal to or But less
25 (7.6)
50 (15.2)
100 (30.5) 150 (45.6)
greater than than
0
2
18
18
18
16
2
3
18
18
16
14
3
4
18
18
16
14
4
5
18
18
14
12
5
6
18
16
14
12
6
8
18
16
12
10
8
10
18
14
12
10
10
12
16
14
10
8
12
14
16
12
10
8
14
16
16
12
10
8
16
18
14
12
8
8
18
20
14
12
8
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Power Cord Safety
The unit has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) as a safety
feature. This plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not
fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS
•
This unit was designed for household use only.
•
Use of accessories and attachments:
The use of any accessory or attachment
not recommended by manufacturer for use with this battery charger could be
hazardous.
•
Stay alert.
Use common sense. Do not operate this equipment when you are
tired or impaired.
•
Check for damaged parts.
A part that is damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced by manufacturer before further use unless otherwise indicated
elsewhere in this instruction manual.
•
Do not operate
the battery charger near flammable liquids or in gaseous or
explosive atmospheres. Motors may spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
•
Do not operate the battery charger
if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, or has been otherwise damaged in any way. Return it to the
manufacturer for repair.
WARNING
– BURST HAZARD:
• Do not use the unit for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with
home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and
damage property. Use the unit for charging/boosting a 12 volt LEAD-ACID battery
only. It is not intended to supply power to a low-voltage electrical system other
than in a starter-motor application.
• Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
WARNING
– RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES:
•
Working in the vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous. Batteries
generate explosive gases during normal battery operation. For this
reason, it is of the utmost importance that each time before using the
battery charger you read this manual and follow instructions exactly.
• To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those
published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you
intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings on these
products and on the engine.
• This equipment employs parts (switches, relays, etc.) that produce arcs or sparks.
Therefore, if used in a garage or enclosed area, the unit MUST be placed not less
than 18 inches above the floor.
• THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE BY CHILDREN AND SHOULD ONLY BE OPERATED BY
ADULTS.
WARNING
– TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE:
• Do not operate near flammable materials, fumes or gases.
• Do not expose to extreme heat or flames.
CAUTION
– TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE:
• This charger is not designed for use with every make, manufacturer or model of
engine.
Use only with 12 volt systems.
• NEVER ATTEMPT CHARGE A FROZEN BATTERY.
• Do not charge the battery while the engine is operating.
• Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injury to
persons.
• Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be damaged if vehicle
battery is jump-started. Before jump-starting, read the vehicle’s owner’s manual to
confirm that external-starting assistance is suitable.
• Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of vehicle battery, engine or
battery maintainer.
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