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Battery Charger or these instruc-
tions to operate the Battery Char-
ger. Battery Chargers are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain Battery Chargers. Check d.
for breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
Battery Charger’s operation. If
damaged, have the Battery Char-
ger repaired before use. Many ac-
cidents are caused by poorly main-
tained Battery Chargers.
Use the Battery Charger in ac-e.
cordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be per-
formed. Use of the Battery Charger
for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
Battery use and care5.
When battery is not in use, keep a.
away other metal objects, like
paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws or other small metal ob-
jects, that can make a connec-
tion from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals togeth-
er may cause burns or a re.
Under abusive conditions, liquid b.
may be ejected from the battery;
avoid contact. If contact acciden-
tally occurs, ush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected
from the battery may cause irritation
or burns.
Service6.
Have your Battery Charger ser-a.
viced by a qualied repair person
using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety
of the Battery Charger is maintained.
Battery Charger Safety Warnings
Maintain labels and nameplates on 1.
the tool. These carry important safety
information. If unreadable or miss-
ing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.
Avoid contact with battery acid. If 2.
splashed, unplug Battery Charger
and immediately wash effected area
with clean water.
Turn vehicle OFF and allow to cool 3.
before plugging in Battery Charger.
Remove keys from vehicle ignition
before plugging in Battery Charger.
Before operation, check to be sure 4.
Battery Charger cables are connect-
ed to the correct battery posts. Red
must be connected to the Positive (+)
terminal. Black cable must be con-
nected to the Negative (-) terminal.
Keep Output Wires (12) and Power 5.
Cable (8) clear of fan, fan belt, pul-
leys and any other moving parts of
the engine.
Only use Battery Charger in a well 6.
ventilated area to prevent build up of
explosive gasses.
Do not allow the Red and Black ter-7.
minals of the Battery Charger or the
vehicle battery cables to touch. Do
not allow the Red cables to touch the
frame or any metal part of the ve-
hicle. Contact can cause an electrical
short resulting in sparks, burn injury
or damage to property.
Only use in 12 VDC systems. Do not 8.
use in any other voltage system.
