Schumacher SI263 - Manual (Page 14)

6. Ensure the area around the battery is well ventilated. Gas can
be blown away using a piece of cardboard, or other nonme-
tallic material, as a fan.
7. If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle before
charging, always remove the grounded terminal from the
battery first. Switch off all vehicle accessories to avoid sparks
from occurring.
Note: A marine battery installed in a boat must be removed and
charged on shore.
Operation
Charging Battery in the Vehicle
1. To avoid personal injury, stand clear of all fan blades, belts,
pulleys and other engine parts.
2. To avoid damaging the Battery Manager, keep the power
cord and output cords away from the hood, door and moving
engine parts.
Battery Preparation
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