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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES

WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BAT- TERIES 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.

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

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•WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

•Read all instructions and cautions printed on the battery charger, battery, and vehicle or equipment using battery.

•Use charger only on lead-acid type rechargeable batteries, such as those used in cars, trucks, tractors, air- planes, vans, RV’s, trolling motors, etc. This charger is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor application.

•Never use charger for charging dry cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances like radios, stereos, remote controls, etc. These batteries may burst and cause personal injury.

•Do not disassemble charger. Take it to a qualified service professional if service or repair is required. Incorrect assembly may result in fire or electrical shock.

•To reduce risk of electrical shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

•Always charge battery in a well- ventilated area.

•WARNING: Battery chargers get hot during operation and must have proper ventilation. Air needs to flow around entire charger. Do not set charger on flammable materials like carpeting, upholstery, paper, card- board, etc. Charger may damage leather and melt plastic and rubber.

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Remember:

Place charger as far away from the battery being charged as the charger cables will permit.

Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

Never charge a frozen battery. If battery fluid (electrolyte) becomes frozen, bring battery into a warm area to thaw before you begin charging.

Never allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading specific gravity or filling battery.

Never set a battery on top of the charger.