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- These chargers are designed for indoor use only.
- Make sure you are using proper AC line power voltage.
- Do not attempt to use the charger if it has been dropped or damaged.
- Never attempt to charge a damaged battery, frozen battery or non-rechargeable battery.
- Do not use the charger in a closed area or poorly-ventilated area.
- Never smoke, use an open flame, or create sparks near a battery or charger during charging operation as this may cause an explosion / explosive gas.
- Do not operate the charger if the cord or plug is damaged.
- Do not disassemble the charger. Take it to a qualified person if a repair is required.
- Keep the charger away from infants, children and pets.
- Switch off the main power supply before connecting or disconnecting the unit to a Battery.
Battery Do's
- Think Safety First.
- Do read entire tutorial
- Do regular inspection and maintenance especially in hot weather.
- Do recharge batteries immediately after discharge.
- Do buy the highest RC reserve capacity or AH amp hour battery that will fit your configuration.
Battery Don’ts
- Don't forget safety first.
- Don't add new electrolyte (acid).
- Don't use unregulated high output battery chargers to charge batteries.
- Don't place your equipment and toys into storage without some type of device to keep the battery charged.
- Don't disconnect battery cables while the engine is running (your battery acts as a filter).
- Don't put off recharging batteries.
- Don't add tap water as it may contain minerals that will contaminate the electrolyte.
- Don't discharge a battery any deeper than you possibly have to.
- Don't let a battery get hot to the touch and boil violently when charging.
- Don't mix size and types of batteries.
1. Wear Personal Protective Equipment
- ALWAYS wear complete eye protection (THAT PROTECTS EYES FROM ALL ANGLES).
2. Avoid Flames and Sparks Near Battery and Fuel
- ALWAYS keep flames, matches, lighters, cigarettes or other ignition sources away from battery.
- DO NOT put flammable material on or under charger. DO NOT use near gasoline vapors.
- Make sure charger clips make good contact by twisting or rocking them back and forth several times. The second clip connection MUST ALWAYS be made away from the battery. ALWAYS plug charger into an electrical outlet AFTER all connections have been made. See OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
- If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, ALWAYS turn off all accessories in the vehicle. Then ALWAYS remove grounded terminal (connected to car frame) from battery first.
- A tool touching both battery posts or battery post and car metal parts is a short circuit and will spark. When using metal tools on or near battery be extra cautious to reduce risk of short circuit, possibly causing a battery explosion. DO NOT drop a tool on battery.
3. Reduce Explosive Gas (hydrogen)
- Before connecting charger, ALWAYS add water to each cell until battery acid covers plates to help purge extra gas from cells. DO NOT overfill. Battery acid expands during charge. After charging fill to level specified by battery manufacturer. For a battery without removable caps (maintenance free battery), carefully follow manufacturer's instructions on charging.
- Some sealed maintenance free batteries have a battery condition indicator. A light or bright colored dot indicates low water. Such a battery needs to be replaced, not charged or jump started.
- Charge battery with caps in place. Most U.S. batteries are made with flame arresting caps. DO NOT pry caps off sealed batteries. Place wet cloth on batteries with non-flame arresting caps.
- Be sure area around battery is well ventilated before and during charging process. NEVER charge in a closed-in or restricted area.
4. Stay Away From Battery When Possible - NEVER put face near battery.
- ALWAYS locate charger as far from battery as DC cables permit.
- ALWAYS keep other people away from the battery. They are not wearing safety glasses like you are.
5. Avoid Contact With Battery Acid - Battery posts may have acid corrosion. DO NOT get corrosion in your eyes. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
- ALWAYS use a battery carrier. Carrying a battery by hand may put pressure on its ends, causing acid to be forced out vent caps.
- ALWAYS have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts eyes, skin or clothing. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flood eye with cold running water for at least fifteen (15) minutes and get medical help immediately.
- In very cold weather a discharged battery may freeze. NEVER charge a frozen battery. Gases may form, cracking the case, and spray out battery acid.
6. Avoid Overcharging Batteries - The non-automatic (manual) battery charger models can overcharge a battery if left connected for an extended period of time, resulting in loss of water and creation of hydrogen gas.
7. Follow Other Manufacturers' Recommendations - Before using charger, read all instructions for, and caution markings on: (1) charger, (2) battery, and (3) related product using battery. Follow their recommended rate of charge.
Some old batteries may not accept a charge and will heat up on charging. CAUTION: If at any time the battery gets hot (above 125 degrees F) or acid comes out of vent caps, STOP charging. Have your battery checked. Charging may not be possible. It may have to be replaced.
There is no relationship between Cold Cranking rating [CCA] and charge time. Two batteries may have the same CCA rating, but very different RC ratings. ALWAYS use RC or AH ratings to determine charge time. If you do not know the rating for your battery, ask your battery dealer.
Using a 12 volt charger on a 6 volt battery, will damage battery permanently and a replacement battery will be needed.
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