Sears 200.71240 operating instructions Important Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT: read and save this safety and instruction manual.

1.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.1SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - The DieHard model 71240 Manual Bat- tery Charger, offers a wide range of features to accommodate the needs for home or light commercial use. This manual will show you how to use your charger safely and effectively. Please read and follow these instruc- tions and precautions carefully as this manual contains important safety and operating instructions.

1.2WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of Cali- fornia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

1.3Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

1.4Use 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.

1.5To reduce the risk of damage to electric plug or cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger.

1.6An 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.

If an extension cord must be used, make sure:

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

•That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition and;

•That the wire size is large enough for the AC ampere rating of the charger as specified in Table 8.3.

1.7Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug; take it to a quali- fied serviceman. (Call customer service at: 800-SEARS-64).

1.8Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified serviceman. (Call customer service at: 800-SEARS-64).

1.9Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. (Call customer service at: 800-SEARS-64).

1.10To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off the controls will not reduce this risk.

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