Schumacher XP2260 - Manual (Page 5)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.
Risk of electric shock or fire.
To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those 1.1
marked on the battery.
Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not recommended
1.2
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
1.3 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
1.4
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.
Study all of the battery manufacturer’s specific precautions such as removing
1.5
or not removing the cell caps while jump starting the battery.
Never place the
1.6 Instant Power™ directly above the battery being jumped;
gases or fluids from the battery will corrode and damage the Instant Power™.
Locate the Instant Power™ as far away from the battery as the DC cables
permit.
Do not operate the
1.7 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
1.8 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
1.9 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, connect and disconnect the DC output clips only after
2.4
setting the Instant Power™ switch to the OFF position. NEVER allow clips to
touch together or contact the same piece of metal.