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13. Never attempt to charge a frozen battery. Allow the battery to return to room temperature
before connection. Suggested operation range 0 C (32 F) to 50 C (122 F) in ambient temperature.
14. Never use this charger in or on any boat or watercraft directly. You must remove the battery from
the boat or watercraft and charge the battery at the properly installed location of this charger.
15. It is not suggested to expose the charger to moisture and should not be subjected to inclement
weather.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
1. Working in the vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous. Battery generate explosive gases
during operation. For this reason, it is of utmost importance that you follow the instructions each
time you use the charger.
2. To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery
manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery.
Observe cautionary markings on these items.
3. Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work
near a lead acid battery.
4. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing or eyes.
5. Wear complete eye protection and protective clothing.
6. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
7. Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It could spark or
short-circuit the battery or other electrical parts and could cause an explosion.
8. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when working with
a lead acid battery. It can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to
metal causing a severe burn.
9. This appliance 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 use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
10. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

PREPARING TO CHARGE

RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID. BATTERY ACID IS A HIGHLY CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID.
1. Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being charged. Gas can be
forcefully blown away by using a piece of cardboard or other nonmetallic material as a fan.
2. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes.
3. Inspect the battery for cracked or broken case or cover. If battery is damaged, do not use charger.
4. If the battery is not sealed maintenance free, add distilled water in each cell until battery acid
reaches level specified by the manufacturer This helps purge excessive gas from cells. Do not
overfill. For a battery without cell caps, carefully follow manufacturer's recharging instructions.
5. If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, always remove ground terminal from bat-
tery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off to ensure you do not cause any arcing.
6. Study all battery manufacturer's specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps
while charging and recommended rates of charge.
7. Determine voltage of battery by referring to car owner's manual and make sure it matches output
rating of battery charger.
8. If the battery and terminals have a white or bluish crust on them, the charging system may
be having problem. These problems should be corrected before the battery is replaced after
charging.
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