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Battery Charger and Analyzer User Guide
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING:
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the
battery charger and analyzer.
2. Do not expose the battery charger and analyzer to rain or snow.
3. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger and analyzer manufacturer may result in
a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
4. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the
battery charger and analyzer.
5. An extension cord should not be used. Use of an extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock.
6. Do not operate the battery charger and analyzer with damaged cord or plug – replace the cord or plug immedi-
ately.
7. Do not operate the battery charger and analyzer if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise
damaged in any way; take it to qualified service personnel.
8. Do not disassemble the battery charger and analyzer; take it to qualified service personnel when service or
repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
9. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the battery charger and analyzer from an outlet before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
10. WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES:
a) WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE
GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT
EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR BATTERY CHARGER AND ANALYZER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
b) To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by battery manufacturer
and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of a battery. Review cautionary marking on
these products and on the engine.
11. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:
a) Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a
lead-acid battery.
b) Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
c) Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
d) If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eye, immedi-
ately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.
e) NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine.
f) Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery. It might spark or short-circuit battery
or other electrical part that may cause explosion.
g) Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and 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.
h) Use the battery charger and analyzer for charging a 12V LEAD-ACID, Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) or gel-cell
battery only. It is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in a starter-
motor application. Do not use battery charger and analyzer 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.
i) NEVER charge a frozen battery. Allow the battery to warm up before testing.
12. PREPARING TO CHARGE
a) If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, always remove grounded terminal from battery first.