EAL APA 16443 Manuel De L'opérateur page 9

4. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• The warning triangle sign indicates all
instructions which are important for safety.
These must always be followed, otherwise
you could injure yourself or damage the
device.
• Children may not play with the device.
• Cleaning and user maintenance may not be
carried out by children without supervision.
• Do not treat packaging material carelessly.
It may become a dangerous toy for children!
• Only use this product for its designated
purpose!
• Do not manipulate or disassemble the
device!
• For your own safety, only use accessories
and spare parts that are stated in these
instructions or that are recommended by
the manufacturer!
• Before attempting starting help, check the
manual of your vehicle to check how to
carry out a jump start for your vehicle.
• When using lead batteries, always wear
protective goggles and clothing.
• Lead batteries contain aggressive caustic
acids. Prevent skin and eyes from coming
into contact with the lead battery fluids!
Never dismantle lead batteries! Wash
affected skin thoroughly using soap and
water. If acid has got into an eye, rinse
immediately for at least 10 minutes under
clean, running, lukewarm water! Then
immediately consult a doctor!
• If your clothing has acid on, rinse
immediately with plenty of soap and water!
• Never wear rings, necklaces, watches or
similar when handling batteries or chargers.
The short-circuiting of the battery contacts
creates the risk of burns and explosion!
• The Powerpack is only designed as a
starting aid for a vehicle that has a battery
of its own. The Powerpack cannot replace
the vehicle battery.
• Always disconnect the jump lead from the
Powerpack before storage to ensure that
no short circuits can occur between the
terminal clamps.
• Do not attempt to remove and replace
the battery pack of the Powerpack. If the
battery comes to the end of its useful life,
dispose of the entire in accordance with
your local guidelines.
• Place the Powerpack on a heat-resistant
surface during charging.
• Never charge the Powerpack using a
damaged charger.
• Do not leave the Powerpack unattended
during charging.
• Never attempt to start a vehicle when the
battery is frozen, as this brings a risk of
explosion.
• Store these instructions carefully and, if
necessary, pass them on to other users.
5. EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS
Complies with EC directives
Labelled electrical products may not be
disposed of in the household waste
Batteries may not be disposed of in the
household waste system.
Devices with this symbol may only be
operated in the house (dry environment)
Read the operating instructions
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