Battery Terminals And Cables; Using The Charger; Connecting The Charger - Waeco PerfectCharge IU6 Manuel D'utilisation

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Using the charger

5.3

Battery terminals and cables

The cables can be wrapped around the feet of the device for stor-
age.
The battery terminals (fig. 8 1, page 5) and the mains plug
(fig. 8 2, page 5) can be stored in the back of the device.
6 Using the charger
Warning – danger of explosions!
d
Batteries with a cell short circuit may not be charged. There is a
danger of explosions due to oxyhydrogen gas.
Nickel-cadmium batteries and non-rechargeable batteries may not
be charged with the charger. The sleeves of these batteries can
burst in an explosive manner.
6.1

Connecting the charger

Caution – risk of damage
a
The charger must be installed in a place that is protected from
moisture and humidity.
Make sure:
– No flammable materials or gases are in the vicinity.
– The installation location is well ventilated.
– The installation surface is flat and sufficiently firm.
Make sure the mains cable and connecting cables to the battery
are not stretched, kinked or resting on sharp edges.
The air intake and outlet openings of the charger must be kept
clear.
Disconnect the car battery from the vehicle electrics before
charging to prevent consumers from affecting the charging
process: Disconnect the negative terminal before the positive
terminal.
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