ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT CORPORATION KWIKSTART Manual Del Operador

KWIKSTART (12 Volt DC Portable Power Source)
This unit has a sealed lead acid battery that should be kept at full charge. Recharge when first
received, immediately after each use, and every six months if not used (this charger contains a smart
circuit which allows it to be left on charge continuously without damage). Failure to do this may cause
the battery life to be reduced greatly.
Figure 1. KWIKSTART (12 Vdc portable Power Supply)
1. Safety storage holsters
2. Charged indicator light.
3. Multiple LED power indicator.
4. Heavy-duty thermo-plastic case.
5. Test switch.
6. 12-volt DC output and charging socket with overload protection.
7. Heavy-duty clamps.
8. Flexible heavy-duty copper cables.
9. Wall charger
10. Power extension cord. (optional)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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important safety and operating instructions.
Contains sealed, non-spillable lead acid
battery. Must be disposed of properly.
WARNING
2. – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
a. Working in the vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous.
Batteries generate explosive gases during normal battery
Consumer: Retain these instructions for future use. Read all instructions carefully before using this KWIKSTART
(Portable Power Source).
USER'S MANUAL
– This manual contains
operation. For this reason, it is of utmost importance that when
using the KWIKSTART, 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 battery. Review
cautionary marking on these products and on engine.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
3.
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 enter eye, immediately 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 this KWIKSTART for charging or boosting a LEAD-ACID
battery only. Do not use 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.
j. NEVER allow clamps to touch together or contact the same piece
of metal to prevent arcing.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
4.
a. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons.
b. When using the wall charger or power extension cord, pull on the
plug and NEVER ON THE WIRE when disconnecting.
c. Do not recharge the KWIKSTART with a damaged wall charger or
power extension cord. Replace them immediately.
d. The KWIKSTART may be used under any weather condition.
Rain, snow, hot, or cold temperatures.
e. Do not submerge in water.
f. Do not operate with flammables such as gasoline etc...
g. If the KWIKSTART receives a sharp blow or is otherwise
damaged, in any way, have it checked by a qualified service
person. If the KWIKSTART is leaking battery acid do not ship it.
Take it to the closest battery recycler in your area.
h. Do not disassemble the KWIKSTART. Have it checked by a
qualified service person.
The KWIKSTART should never be left in a total discharged state for
any period of time. Damage to the battery could be permanent with
poor performance as a result. When not in use, leave the
KWIKSTART connected to the wall charger or recharge every six (6)
months.
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