Napa Essentials 85-640 - Manual (Page 3)

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IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
KEEP IT WITH OR NEAR THE CHARGER AT ALL TIMES.
PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE.
Model 85-640 Microprocessor Controlled, Fully Automatic Operation Battery
Charger with Engine Starter Plus Battery and Alternator Tester offers features to
accommodate the needs for home or light commercial use. This manual will explain
how to use the battery charger safely and effectively. Please read and follow these
instructions and precautions carefully.
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING—RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
1.1 WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS
DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING
NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION, AND WHEN DISCHARGED OR
CHARGED. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE
THAT BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL
AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
EXACTLY.
.2 To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these safety instructions and
those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any
equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of a battery. Review cautionary
markings on these products and on engine, and on vehicle or equipment
containing the battery.
.3 CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only rechargeable
LEAD-ACID-TYPE batteries which may include MAINTENANCE-
FREE, LOW-MAINTENANCE OR DEEP CYCLE batteries. Other types
of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
If you are uncertain as to the type of battery you are attempting to charge,
or the correct procedure for checking the battery’s state of charge, contact
the seller or battery manufacturer.
.4 Use 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.
.5 To reduce risk of damage to the electric plug and cord, pull by the plug
rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger.
.6 Position the AC and DC leads to avoid tripping over them and to prevent
damage by the vehicle hood, doors, or moving engine parts; protect the
leads from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
.7 Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped,
or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified service center.