a battery without removable cell caps, such as valve regulated lead acid batteries (VRLA), carefully follow the manufacturer’s recharging instructions.
3.5Read, understand and follow all instructions for the charger, battery, vehicle and any equipment used near the battery and charger. Study all of the battery manufacturer’s specific precautions while charging and recommended rates of charge.
3.6Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner’s manual and make sure that the output voltage is correct.
3.7Make sure that the charger cable clips make tight connections.
4. CHARGER LOCATION
RISK OF EXPLOSION AND CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID.
4.1 Locate the charger as far away from the battery as the DC cables permit.
4.2 Never place the charger directly above the battery being charged; gases from the battery will
corrode and damage the charger.
4.3Do not set the battery on top of the charger.
4.4Never allow battery acid to drip onto the charger when reading the electrolyte specific gravity or filling the battery.
4.5Do not operate the charger in a
5. DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS
5.1Connect and disconnect the DC output clips only after setting all of the charger switches to the “off” position (if applicable) and removing the AC plug from the electrical outlet. Never allow the clips to touch each other.
5.2Attach the clips to the battery and chassis, as indicated in sections 6 and 7.
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