CO/Tech RP8242 - Safety; Safety instructions; Precautions during use; Specific safety instructions for jump starter use

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Portable Jump Starter and Air Compressor
Art.no 36-4023 Model RP8242
Please read theentire instruction manual before use and save it for future reference. Wereserve theright for any
errors in text or images and for making any necessary technical changes to this document. Ifyou should have
any questions concerning technical problems please contact our Customer Services.
1. Safety
Precautions before use:
1. Read theinstruction manual before using thejump starter.
2. Disconnect thecharger (19) from theac power supply before connecting or disconnecting thebattery clamps.
3. Make sure that thecables are correctly connected to thebattery before activating thejump starter.
4. Use only theprovided charger leads and battery clamps.
1.1 Safety instructions
This product may only be used for vehicles which have a12 V electrical system.
Warning! Bevery careful when working on or around lead-acid batteries. Followall safety recommendations in
theinstruction manual in order to avoid fires, battery leakage, personal injury or property damage.
• Read through theentire instruction manual before use.
• Use only thesupplied accessories and use thejump starter only according to theinstructions given in this
manual. Anydeviations from these instructions can lead to personal injury.
1.2 Precautions during use
• This product must not be used by children or minors without thesupervision of anadult who is extremely
familiar with this product.
• The jump starter is intended for indoor use and should be protected from direct sunlight, rain or moisture.
• The starter may not be immersed in liquids or exposed to rain orspray.
• Never use thestarter near flammable liquids or gas. Sparksmay be produced when connecting or
disconnecting thestarter.
• Be very careful when handling lead-acid batteries to avoid sparking at theterminals.
• Never carry thestarter by thehose or battery cables. Alwaysuse thehandle.
1.3 Precautions after use
• Store thejump starter in adry, well-ventilated place and locked away or out of children’s reach when not inuse.
• When transporting thejump starter in your vehicle place it on thefloor to avoid it from tipping or being
thrown forward during hard braking.
• The jump starter must be protected from direct sunlight, rain and moisture.
1.4 Checks and inspection
• Make sure that all components such as power switch, leads, plugs, etc. are undamaged before use.
Ifany functioning parts are damaged, they should be replaced by aqualified tradesman. Useonly original
replacement parts from thesupplier.
• Never modify or disassemble thejump starter yourself. Repairs should always be carried out by qualified
atradesman using original spare parts; using theproduct otherwise could lead to personal injury.
1.5 Specific safety instructions for jump starter use
• Warning! Lead-acid batteries contain battery acid which is corrosive. Ifthebattery acid comes into contact
with skin or eyes, rinse theaffected area immediately with water and seek medical attention.
• Wear protective eyewear and turn your face away when connecting thebattery clamps.
• Certain vehicles may have certain regulation regarding theuse of ajump starter. Readtheinstruction manuals
for theboth thevehicle and battery and be attentive to all instructions highlighted with safety symbols.