Important Safety Instructions
WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
WORKING IN VICINITY OF A
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 markings on these products and on engine.
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This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for
•WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with ac- cessories sold with this product, may 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 ve- hicle or equipment using battery.
•Use charger only on lead acid type rechargeable batteries, such as those used in cars, trucks, tractors, airplanes, vans, RVs, trolling motors, etc. This charger is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in a
•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 thechargerfromtheoutletbeforeattempt- ing any maintenance or cleaning.
•Always charge battery in a
•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, up- holstery, paper, cardboard, etc. Charger may damage leather and melt plastic and rubber.
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Remember:
Place charger as far away from the bat- tery being charged as the charger cables will permit.
Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
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 char- ger when reading specific gravity or filling battery.
Never set a battery on top of the charger.
Never place charger directly above battery being charged. The gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger.
