WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES
GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON,
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE
THE CHARGER.
To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published
by the manufacturer of the battery and any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity
of the battery. Review the cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.
WARNING: Pursuant to California Proposition
65, this product contains chemicals known to
the state of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Use the battery charger on 6 and 12V
LEAD-ACID, GEL and AGM-type
rechargeable batteries with recommended
rated capacities of 12Ah (6V) and 22-59Ah
(12V), as used in automobiles, trucks,
tractors, airplanes, vans, RVs, trolling
motors, etc. This charger is not intended to
supply power to low-voltage electrical
systems, other than in a motor-starting
application.
WARNING: Do not use battery charger with
dry cell batteries that are commonly used with
home appliances. These batteries may burst
and cause injury or damage to property.
• Use only attachments recommended or sold
by the battery charger's manufacturer. Use
of non-recommended attachments may
result in a fire, electric shock or injury.
• Locate the battery charger's power cord so
it cannot be stepped on, tripped over, or
subjected to damage or stress.
• Do not operate the charger if it has received
a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise
damaged in any way. Take it to a qualified
professional for inspection and repair.
• Do not disassemble the charger. Take it to a
qualified professional when service or repair
is required.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug
the charger from the outlet before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Always charge the battery in a well-
ventilated area.
• Do not set the charger on flammable
materials, such as carpeting, upholstery,
paper, cardboard, etc.
• NEVER smoke or allow sparks or flames in
the vicinity of the battery or engine.
WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GAS.
• Operate the charger as far away from the
battery as DC charger cables permit.
• Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
• NEVER charge a frozen battery.
• NEVER overcharge a battery.
• NEVER set a battery on top of the charger.
• NEVER place the charger directly above a
battery being charged. Gases from the
battery will corrode and damage the charger.
• NEVER touch the battery clamps together
when the charger is energized.
• When disconnecting the battery charger, pull
by the plug, not by the cord. Pulling on the
cord may cause damage to the cord or plug.
• Do not operate the charger with a damaged
cord or plug.
• NEVER allow battery acid to drip onto the
charger.
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