Personal Precautions - Schumacher Electric PBI1812 El Manual Del Propietario

1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions.
WARNING WARNING
1.3 Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the booster.
1.4
1.5 Do not expose the booster to rain or snow.
1.6 Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold
by Schumacher
to persons or damage to property.
1.7 Do not operate the booster with a damaged output cable; have the damaged part
1.8 Do not operate the booster if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise
1.9
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
WARNING
1.10
DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING
NORMAL OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE BOOSTER.
1.11
1.12 To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published 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.
WARNING
2.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

WARNING WARNING
2.2 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.
2.3 Be extra cautious, to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might
spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause an explosion.
2.4 To prevent sparking, NEVER allow clips to touch together or contact the same piece of metal.
2.5 Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work near a
lead-acid battery.
2.6 Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and protective
clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
2.7 If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with soap and
least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away.
2.8 If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs or water. DO NOT
induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
1.1 Read the entire manual before using this product. Failure
to do so could result in serious injury or death.
1.2 This booster is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the booster by a
person responsible for their safety.
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WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS
The booster and lead-acid battery must be placed in a well-ventilated area.
Do not use with non-rechargeable batteries. Use only with lead-acid
type rechargeable batteries.
WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. A SPARK NEAR
THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY
EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A
SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
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the vicinity of a battery or engine.
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