Important Safety Instructions

WARNING - RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES

1.WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTER- IES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

2.To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on engine.

GENERAL BATTERY SAFETY

1.Use this charger for charging a 12 V LEAD-ACID battery only. It is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in automotive applications. Do not use this battery charger for other types of batteries, these may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.

2.Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufac- turer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

3.To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.

4.An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock, and will void warranty.

If extension cord must be used, make sure:

a.That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug on charger.

b.That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and

c.That wire size is AWG #18 (18 gauge) to 100 feet and AWG #16 for distances over 100 feet.

5.Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug - replace immediately.

6.Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or other- wise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified service technician.

7.Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified service technician when serv- ice or repair is required. Incorrect re-assembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire, and will void warranty.

8.To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.

9.Do not expose charger to rain, snow or use when wet.

10.Never charge a frozen battery.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two con- ditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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