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• The intended use for this product is to charge a
battery or a battery powered electrical accesso-
ry (NiCd/NiMH, Lead-Acid, Lithium-Ion or LiFe-
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batteries) or to be used as a Power Supply
to power an electrical accessory. Please see the
marking on the product you have to verify the
type of product you have and read the appli-
cable instructions and technical specifications
included with this manual.
• This product may be used by unskilled opera-
tors, under the condition that these instructions
are followed.
• Unskilled operators may contact the supplier or
manufacturer for assistance, if needed, in set-
ting up, using or maintaining this product and to
report unexpected operation or events.
• This appliance can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above and persons with re-
duced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge if they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards involved. Do not
allow small children to handle this product while
unattended as cables may represent a risk for
strangulation and small parts may represent a
risk for inhalation or swallowing.
• Do not allow animals to come into contact
with this product. Some animals are known to
cause damage to cables etc which may be a
potential for risk of electric shock and excessive
temperatures. Also, cables and small parts may
represent a strangulation risk for the animal.
• If the product is equipped with a mains cord,
please check that the cord is not damaged. If
the cord is damaged, the product must not be
used until the cord is replaced. Replacement
should be carried out by qualified personnel.
• The mains socket outlet used should always be
easily accessible to facilitate immediate remov-
al of the products mains supply should an oper-
ational error occur during use. If the product has
a detachable mains cord the appliance coupler
may be used as a disconnect device.
• The product is “switched on” by inserting the
mains plug into the mains socket and “switched
off” by disconnecting the mains plug from the
mains socket.
• The product may be connected to an IT type
mains supply.
• For use in U.S.A.:
- Be sure to use 125V 15A receptacle configu-
ration before plugging in.
- Use a UL817-standard compliant mains cord
(plug type NEMA 1-15, cord type SJT or SVT).
• For use outside U.S.A:
Use a mains cord compliant with the country
specific requirements.
• The time from powering this product until its full
function starts may exceed 15 seconds.
• Should an operational error or unexpected
change in the performance occur during use,
disconnect the product from the mains imme-
diately by disconnecting the mains plug from
the mains socket and contact the supplier or
manufacturer (see contact details on the front
of this document).
• When not in use please think about disconnect-
ing the product from the mains. This will reduce
the risk of hazards, reduce the products envi-
ronmental impact and save electricity costs.
• To avoid overheating make sure there is suffi-
cient room for the circulation of air around the
product when in use. Do not cover it up.
Cautions to observe prior to use