Tecnik PRATIK PHF 812 Manuel De L'utilisateur page 2

Important safety instruction. Keep these instructions. This manual contains
important instructions for the safety of the user and operation of the device.
GENERAL WARNINGS
1) Before each use of the charger the instructions set out below must be carefully read and abided by.
2) The failure to follow these instructions and/or failiure to install/use properly the charger could
endanger the operator and/or damaging the device, voiding the manufacturer's
3) The battery charger cannot be used as a component in systems which provide life support and/or
medical devices, without explicit written authorisation from TECNIK.
4) The battery charger must not be used by personel with reduced physical, sensory and mental
capa city or with lack of experience and/or knowledge, unless they are properly supervised and
instructed by a person responsible for their safety.
WHERE TO INSTALL
6) Never place the charger in the immediate vicinity of the battery in order to prevent corrosion and/or
damage to the charger create by the gases produced by the battery during the charge process. Place
the battery charger as far away from the battery as the length of cables permits.
7) Do not install the charger in a closed space or in such a way t
charger vents and fan require a 1 inch (30mm) clearance to operate properly. To facilitate heat
dissipation, the charger must be positioned vertically using the mounting holes.
8) Do not use the charger outdoors or extreme climats.
9) Do not expose the charger to rain, water splashes or humidity.
10) Do not install the charger in caravans and I or similar vehicles.
11) Do not install the charger near any heat sources or in areas with high concentrations of dust.
12) Do not install the charger near any potential sources of ammable material, for example methane
gas pipes or fuel depots (petrol, kerosene, ... ).
13) Do not mount t he charger onto surfaces manufactured out of combustible materials, like wooden
shelves or walls.
BATTERIES
14) Follow the specic safety instructions provided by the battery manufacturer carefully, for example,
whether or not to remove cell caps during charging and the recommended charge rates.
15) Working in the vicinity of a lead-acid battery is dangerous, as batteries generate explosive gases
while charging. Therefore smoking and/or generating open ames and/or sparks must be avoided.
16) Never charge a frozen battery.
17) Batteries must be charged in specic, well-ventilated areas.
18) In order to reduce risk of injury only charge Lead-Acid, GEL or AGM type, Lithium polymer or
Lithium Ion batteries. Do not charge other types of rechargeable or non-rechargeable batteries as they
could explode causing damage and/or injury.
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