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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 battery 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
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