Personal Precautions - TypeS AC530171 Manual Del Usuario

WARNING CONT.:
1) WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS.
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY
OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE
THAT YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE
JUMP STARTER.
2) 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 the battery. Review
cautionary marking on these products and on engine.
k) The device shall be stored indoors and protected from the elements;
l) The unit shall not be charged outdoors;
m) When in use, steps should be taken to reduce the exposure to rain, sleet,
snow, and the like.
n) PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
1) Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid
when you work near a lead-acid battery.
2) Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid
contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
3) Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid
touching eyes while working with battery.
4) If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with
soap and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flood eye with
running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical
attention immediately.
5) NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame within the vicinity of
battery or engine.
6) 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.
7) 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.
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