Safety instructions
PerfectCharge W2000
34
2.3
Safety precautions when handling batteries
e
z
Only use rechargeable batteries.
d
z
Danger of injury
Batteries contain aggressive and caustic acids. Avoid battery
fluid coming into contact with your body (fig.
3
, page 3). If your
skin does come into contact with battery fluid, wash the part of
your body in question thoroughly with water.
z
Danger of explosions
Prevent any metal parts from falling on the battery. This can
cause sparks or short-circuit the battery and other electrical
parts.
z
Danger of explosions
Make sure the polarity is correct when connecting the battery:
– red terminal: positive battery terminal
– black terminal: negative battery terminal
z
Wear goggles and protective clothing when you work on
batteries. Do not touch your eyes when you are working on the
battery.
a
z
Ensure the device is standing firmly.
The device and the batteries must be set up in such a way that
they cannot tip over or fall down.
z
Follow the instructions of the battery manufacturer and those of
the manufacturer of the system or vehicle in which the battery is
used.
z
Never attempt to charge frozen batteries (fig.
4
, page 3).
z
Do not smoke and ensure that no sparks can arise in the vicinity
of the battery (fig.
5
, page 3).
z
If you need to remove the battery, first disconnect the earth
connection. Disconnect all connections and all consumers from
the battery before removing it.
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