Schumacher IP-125C - Manual (Page 5)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.
Risk of electric shock or fire.
Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not recommended 1.1
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 watches
1.3
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 cord or plug; 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 person
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 generate 2.1
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 engine.
2.2
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 same
2.4
piece of metal.
be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the jump starter is
2.5
being used.
Risk of contact with battery acid. Battery acid is a
highly corrosive sulfuric acid.
Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work 2.6
near a lead-acid battery.