Sears 200.71219 Warning - Risk Of Explosive Gases, Important Safety Instructions, Remember

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 OP- ERATION. 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 markings on these products and on engine.

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This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger Model 71219.

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

•Use charger only on lead-acid type rechargeable batteries, such as those used in motorcycles, lawn tractors, ATVs, RVs, boats, snowmobiles an- tique and classic cars. 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, ste- reos, remote controls, etc. These bat- teries 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 electri- cal shock.

•To reduce risk of electrical shock, unplug the charger from the 110V AC electrical wall outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

•Always charge battery in a well-venti- lated area.

•WARNING: Battery chargers get hot during operation and must have prop- er ventilation. Air needs to flow around entire charger. Do not set charger on flammable materials like carpeting, upholstery, paper, cardboard, etc. Charger may damage leather, 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 allow battery 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 charger.

Never place charger directly above battery being charged. The gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger.

Never touch the battery clamps together when the charger is on. You could cause a spark.