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SAFETY GUIDELINES /
DEFINITIONS
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION. When using tools or equipment,
basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
personal injury. Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools
or equipment could result in serious injury and property damage. There
are certain applications for which tools and equipment are designed.
Manufacturer strongly recommends that this product NOT be modified and/
or used for any application other than for which it was designed. Read and
understand all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool
or equipment.
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Read all instructions before operating the battery
charger. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS
• The unit was designed for household use only.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, burst
hazard, or injury to persons or property:
• Avoid dangerous environments. Don’t use the battery charger in damp
or wet locations. Do not expose the battery charger to rain or snow.
• Keep children away. Keep away from children. This is not a toy!
• Store indoors. When not in use, battery chargers should be stored
indoors in dry, and high or locked-up places – out of reach of children.
• Unplug the battery charger when not in use.
• Check for damaged parts. Do not use if damaged in any way.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
POWER CORDS
• Don’t abuse cord. Never carry appliance by cord or yank it to disconnect
from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Pull by plug
rather than cord when unplugging the unit.
• Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on
the circuits or outlets to be used. Receptacles are available having built in
GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.
DANGER – Never alter AC cord or plug provided – if it will not fit
the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Improper
connection can result in a risk of an electric shock.
Extension Cords
• An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary.
Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric
shock, and will void warranty.
• If an extension cord must be used, make sure your extension cord is in
good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy
enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Recommended Minimum AWG Size for Extension Cords for Battery Chargers
AC Input Rating American Wire Gauge (AWG) Size of Cord
Amperes Length of Cord, feet (m)
Equal to or But less
25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.6)
greater than than
0 2 18 18 18 16
2 3 18 18 16 14
3 4 18 18 16 14
4 5 18 18 14 12
5 6 18 16 14 12
6 8 18 16 12 10
8 10 18 14 12 10
10 12 16 14 10 8
12 14 16 12 10 8
14 16 16 12 10 8
16 18 14 12 8 8
18 20 14 12 8 6
Power Cord Safety
The unit has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) as a
safety feature. This plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
LEAD-ACID BATTERIES
WARNING – Burst Hazard: Do not use the unit for charging dry-cell
batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries
may burst and cause injury to persons and damage property. Use the unit
for charging/boosting a 12 volt battery only. It is not intended to supply
power to a low-voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor
application.
• Use of accessories and attachments: the use of any accessory or
attachment not recommended by manufacturer for use with this battery
charger could be hazardous.
• Stay alert. Use common sense. Do not operate this equipment when you
are tired or impaired.
• Do not operate the battery charger near flammable liquids or in gaseous
or explosive atmospheres. Motors may spark, and the sparks might ignite
fumes.
• Do not operate the battery charger if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or has been otherwise damaged in any way.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of electric shock:
• Never immerse the battery charger in water or any other liquid, or use
when wet.
WARNING – Risk of explosive gases:
• WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS.
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY
OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE
THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING THE BATTERY CHARGER YOU READ
THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
• To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those
published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment
you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings
on these products and on the engine.
• This equipment employs parts (switches, relays, etc.) that produce arcs or
sparks. Therefore, if used in a garage or enclosed area, the unit MUST be
placed not less than 18 inches above the floor.
• THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE BY CHILDREN AND SHOULD ONLY BE
OPERATED BY ADULTS.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire:
• Do not operate near flammable materials, fumes or gases.
• Do not expose to extreme heat or flames.
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of injury or property damage:
• NEVER ATTEMPT TO CHARGE A FROZEN BATTERY.
• Do not charge the battery while the engine is operating.
• Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause
injury to persons.
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