Schumacher IP-1800I - Manual (Page 6)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.
Risk of electric shock or fire.
Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not recom- 1.1
mended or sold by Schumacher® Electric Corporation may result in a risk
of fire, electric shock or injury to persons or damage to property.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the
1.2 Instant Power™ from the
outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Simply turning off
the controls will not reduce this risk.
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and
1.3
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.
Do not operate the
1.4 Instant Power™ with a damaged cables or clamps;
take it to a qualified service person. (Call customer service at: 1-800-621-
5485.)
Do not operate the
1.5 Instant Power™ if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified service
person. (Call customer service at: 1-800-621-5485.)
Do not disassemble the
1.6 Instant Power™; take it to a qualified service per-
son when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in
a risk of fire or electric shock. (Call customer service at: 1-800-621-5485.)
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS 2.
Risk of explosive gases. A spark
near the battery may cause a
battery explosion. To reduce the
risk of a spark near the battery:
working in the vicinity of a lead-acid battery is dangerous. batteries gener- 2.1
ate explosive gases during normal battery operation. For this reason, it is
of utmost importance that you follow the instructions each time you use
the Instant Power™.
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery or
2.2
engine.
Do not permit the internal battery of the Instant Power™ to freeze. Never
2.3
charge a frozen battery.
To prevent sparking, NEVER allow clips to touch together or contact the
2.4
same piece of metal.
be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the Instant
2.5
Power™ is being used.