Lincoln Electric IM10130 K3149-1 (11860) Wheel Charger - Manual (Page 7)

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WARNING
FIRE CAN KILL, INJURE, AND CAUSE PROPERTY
DAMAGE!
To reduce risk of electric shock and fire, never alter the
ac power cord or power cord plug provided on the charg-
er. Never alter extension cords or extension cord plugs.
Make sure the extension cord is properly wired and in
good electrical condition. Make sure the wire size
(American Wire Gauge or AWG) of the extension cord is
large enough to handle your specific charger’s amperage
requirements.
BATTERY PREPARATION
WARNING
BATTERY EXPLOSION CAN INJURE, AND CAUSE
PROPERTY DAMAGE! NEVER SMOKE OR ALLOW
A SPARK OR FLAME IN THE VICINITY OF THE
BATTERY OR ENGINE.
If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to
charge it, make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off
and ALWAYS remove the grounded cable from the battery
FIRST.
If needed, add distilled water to each cell of the battery until
battery acid reaches the manufacturer’s specified level. DO
NOT OVERFILL. This helps remove excessive explosive
gasses from the battery. For maintenance free batteries
without caps, carefully follow the battery manufacturer’s
recharging instructions.
WARNING
BATTERY ACID CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY
AND PROPERTY DAMAGE!
Always wear complete eye and clothing protection and
avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from
coming in contact with eyes.
Study all of the battery manufacturer’s precautions, such as
whether cell caps should be left in place or removed during
charging, and the recommended rates of charge for the spe-
cific battery. If you are unable to determine the battery man-
ufacturer’s requirements for charging, always charge the
battery with the cell caps in place.
If the battery voltage cannot be determined from the infor-
mation on the battery itself, refer to the owner’s manual for
the product in which the battery was installed.
CHARGER PREPARATION
CHARGER PLACEMENT
Place the charger in a clean, dry, stable, well-ventilated spot
as far away from the battery as the dc output cables permit.
NEVER place the charger directly above the battery being
charged; gasses from the battery will corrode and damage
the charger.
NEVER allow battery acid to drip on the charger when
reading specific gravity or filling the battery.
NEVER set a battery on top of the charger.
NEVER attempt to permanently mount this battery charger
on a marine or recreational vehicle.
ALWAYS position the charger on the outside of a boat or
recreational vehicle.
PROVIDE REQUIRED POWER
This battery charger requires a nominal 120 volt, 60 Hertz,
alternating current (ac) power source. The power source
must be fused at an amperage greater than or equal to the
INPUT AMPS rating of this charger.
DO NOT PLUG THE CHARGER INTO THE AC POWER
SOURCE UNTIL TOLD TO DO SO IN THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL!
To reduce risk of electric shock, never alter ac power cord or
power cord plug provided on the charger. If it will not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electri-
cian. Never use an adapter
The charger must be grounded to reduce risk of electric
shock. The charger is equipped with an electric cord that
has an equipment grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and ground-
ed in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
EXTENSION CORDS
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary. If necessary, care must be taken to select an
extension cord suitable for use with your specific battery
charger (see SHOCK HAZARDS in SAFETY SUMMARY).
NOTE: Engine starting performance may be reduced
when extension cords are used.
PREPARATION