Schumacher Manual Battery Charger SWI-1224 - Manual (Page 37)

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To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting 1.6
any maintenance or cleaning. Simply turning off the controls will not reduce this risk.
Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug; have the cord or plug replaced
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immediately by a qualified service person.
Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise
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damaged in any way; take it to a qualified service person.
Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualified service person when service or
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repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. 1.10
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY
OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT YOU
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER.
To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published
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by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in
the vicinity of the battery. Review the cautionary markings on these products and on the
engine.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS 2.
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. PREVENT FLAMES AND SPARKS.
PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION DURING CHARGING.
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery or engine. 2.1
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when 2.2
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.
Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might
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spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause an explosion.
Use this charger for charging LEAD-ACID batteries only. It is not intended to supply
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power to a low voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor application. Do
not use this battery charger for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with
home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to
property.
NEVER charge a frozen battery.
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NEVER overcharge a battery. 2.6
Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work near a 2.7
lead-acid battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts your skin,
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clothing or eyes.
Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and protective
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clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with soap and
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water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye with cold running water for at
least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away.
If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs or water. DO NOT
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induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.