Owners manual

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RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-1.10
ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES
GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL
BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF
UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT YOU FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER.
To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these 1.11
instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer
and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the
vicinity of the battery. Review the cautionary markings on these
products and on the engine.
This charger employs parts, such as switches and circuit 1.12
breakers, that tend to produce arcs and sparks. If used in a
garage, locate this charger 18 inches or more above oor level.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS2.
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or ame in the 2.1
vicinity of a battery or engine.
Remove personal metal items such as rings, 2.2
bracelets, necklaces and watches when working with a
lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-
circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to
metal, causing a severe burn.
Be extra cautious, to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool 2.3
onto the battery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or
other electrical part that may cause an explosion.
Use this charger for charging LEAD-ACID batteries only. It is 2.4
not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system
other than in a starter-motor application. Do not use this battery
charger for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used
with home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause
injury to persons and damage to property.
NEVER charge a frozen battery.2.5
NEVER overcharge a battery.2.6