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Safety During Use
a) Preparation
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We recommend that the battery is disconnected from the vehicle. This will avoid any possible damage to
the alternator.
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Check that the voltage of the battery matches that of the charger.
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Clean the battery terminals before connecting them to the charger. Do not allow corrosion to come into
contact with the eyes.
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Before connecting the battery to the charger ensure that both (the battery and the Battery Charger)
are stable and on a level surface. If the battery has cell filler caps, loosen or remove them to aid in the
escape of charging gasses (if the battery is a Gel or maintenance-free/sealed type, please refer to the
battery manufacturer’s published charging advice). Once the cell caps have been loosened or removed
it is advisable to check the level of electrolyte in each cell and top up with distilled water only to the
recommended fill level.
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Caution! Never top up your battery with tap water.
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Do not place the charger in the engine compartment or near the battery. Place the charger as far away as
the charging clip cables allow. Never place a charger directly over a battery that is being charged; gases or
liquids from the battery will corrode and damage the charger.
b) Protect yourself
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Consider having someone close enough or within range of your voice to assist you when working near a
battery.
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Always have protective eyewear when using this product: contact with battery acid may cause blindness
and/or severe burns. Be aware of first aid procedures in case of accidental contact with
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battery acid.
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If battery acid comes in contact with skin, rinse immediately with water, and then wash thoroughly with
soap and water. If redness, pain, or irritation occurs, seek immediate medical attention.
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Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts the skin.
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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
of a metal, causing a severe burn.
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Never allow battery acid to come in contact with the Battery Charger.
c) Supported battery types
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With the STREX Smart Battery Charger you can charge all 12 and 24 volt AGM (with electrolyte
absorbent glass mat), GEL (with gelifi electrolyte), and lead-acid batteries.
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The Battery Charger is not suitable for charging electric vehicles with a built-in rechargeable
battery.
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Do not charge the batteries at temperatures below 0°C. Transport the battery and Battery
Charger to a place where the temperature is higher first, and then start the charge.
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Do not use the Battery Charger to charge a damaged or frozen battery!
