Operating instructions

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Follow these steps when battery is 17.
outside vehicle. A spark near battery
may cause battery explosion. To
reduce risk of a spark near battery:
Check polarity of battery posts. a.
POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post
usually has larger diameter than
NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
Attach at least a 24 inch long, 6 b.
gauge (AWG) insulated battery cable
to NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery
post.
Connect POSITIVE (RED) charger c.
clip to POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of
battery.
Position yourself and free end of d.
cable as far away from battery as
possible; then connect NEGATIVE
(BLACK) charger clip to free end of
the cable.
Do not face battery when making e.
nal connection.
When disconnecting charger, f.
always do so in reverse sequence of
connecting procedure and break rst
connection while as far away from
battery as practical.
A marine (boat) battery must be g.
removed and charged on shore.
To charge it on board requires
equipment specially designed for
marine use.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Specic Safety Rules for the
Battery Charger
Maintain labels and nameplates 1.
on Battery Charger. These carry
important information. If unreadable
or missing, contact Harbor Freight for
a replacement.
2. Always wear safety impact
eye goggles and heavy
work gloves when using
the Battery Charger. Using
personal safety devices
reduce the risk for injury.
Maintain a safe working environment. 3.
Keep the work area well lit. Make
sure there is adequate surrounding
workspace. Always keep the work
area free of obstructions, grease,
oil, trash, and other debris. Do not
use power equipment areas near
ammable chemicals, dusts, and
vapors. Do not use this product in a
damp or wet location.
Avoid unintentional starting. Make 4.
sure you are prepared to begin
work before turning on the Battery
Charger.
5. Always unplug the Battery
Charger from its electrical
outlet before connecting
its cables to a battery, or
performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
This Charger/Starter does NOT 6.
have an automatic cut off. It
is equipped with a 2-1/2 hour
timer. Check battery and time
manually; do NOT depend solely
on timer. Leaving Charger/Starter
unattended can result in property
damage.