AEG Micro-Processor Charging Unit LP 3.8 - Manual (Page 15)

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if the supplied cables are damaged they must be
replaced by qualified specialists to prevent hazards.
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Never operate the device if it has been dropped
or damaged in any other way. For inspection and
repair, take it to a qualified electrician.
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all maintenance work must be conducted by quali-
fied electricians.
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Never disassemble the device. in correct assembly
may cause electric shock or fire.
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Never short circuit the device or connect the inlets
and outlets of the device using metal objects. only
use the supplied connecting cables to connect the
device to a battery.
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if an extension cable is used, the cable diameter
must be sufficient for the power required by the
device.
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Check the input voltage (220 – 240 V aC) and
ensure that it corresponds to the mains voltage;
otherwise the device may be damaged.
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always make sure that the device is disconnected
from the mains when you connect it and disconnect
it to a battery.
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always connect the positive clamp (red) to the posi-
tive battery pole (not connected to the chassis of the
car, marked with p or +).
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then connect the negative clamp (black) to the car
chassis, away from the battery casing of the car,
away from the battery and the fuel line. the charger
can then be connected to a suitable power socket.
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after charging, first disconnect the charger from the
power supply. then, in this sequence, disconnect
the cable to the car chassis (-), and then the battery
connection (+).
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Do not look at the battery when connecting the
charger to the power supply.
Warning!
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Never try to charge damaged, non-rechargeable or
frozen batteries.
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this charger is only suitable for the listed batteries
(maintenance-free, sealed, lead-acid batteries (sLa)
or gel batteries) and may not be used to charge
non-rechargeable, NiCd or other types of batteries.
Do not use it for any other purposes.
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Do not use the charger to charge dry cell batteries.
these may explode and cause injury to persons or
material damage to property.
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Do not use the device as a power supply for an
electrical low voltage system.
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Ensure that you have read and understood the
instruction manual and all safety instructions that
were supplied with the battery to be charged or the
vehicle.
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avoid all contact with battery electrolyte acid. if
your skin comes into contact with battery fluid, rinse
it thoroughly under running water and contact your
doctor. should your eyes come into contact with
battery acid, rinse them with running water for at
least five minutes and contact your doctor.
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always pay attention to the correct polarity if you
connect the device to a battery.
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this charger was not designed to supply rVs with
power.
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this charger was not designed to be installed as an
accessory in the vehicle.
Warning!
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Explosion HazarD! When charging, bubbles may
form due to the release of gas. this gas is inflam-
mable and explosive!
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Never charge the battery close to an open fire or in
places where sparks may occur.
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always ensure sufficient ventilation.
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only connect and disconnect the battery connecting
cables when the charger is disconnected from the
mains.