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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
• Connect the power supply cable of the battery charger to the mains socket, making sure that the mains
voltage matches the voltage stated on the power supply device. (See TECHNICAL DATA table)
• After use, do not leave the battery charger connected to the mains socket for a long time.
• Do not damage the electronic circuit of the battery charger.
PERSONNEL SAFETY
• Stay alert; watch what you are doing. Do not use the battery charger while tired or under the influence
of drugs, alcohol, or medications.
• Always use the following personal protective equipment:
• safety shoes;
• eye protection;
• protective gloves against physical agents.
• Use the battery charger in well-aired, dry rooms.
• Never allow the clips of the clamps (positive-red and negative-black) to touch together.
• Check that the cables of the battery charger are kept away from fans, moving parts and the fuel pipe.
• Do not wear loose clothing, jewellery or metal objects when working on the motor vehicle.
• Before replacing the battery charger, make sure that it has cooled to room temperature.
BATTERY CHARGER USE AND CARE
• Do not put any objects into any slots or openings on the surface of the battery charger.
• Do not use the battery charger if the case, the clamps, the cables or the power supply cable have been
damaged, if it gives off unusual smells or too much heat.
• Do not modify the battery charger. This can reduce the effectiveness of safety measures and increase
operator risk.
• Have the battery charger repaired only through a trained repair person and only using original
replacement parts.
• Before carrying out any operations, turn off the lights of the motor vehicle and cut out any running
accessories.
• Always check that the voltage of the battery charger matches the voltage of the motor vehicle's
system, to prevent explosions, damage to the motor vehicle, the battery charger and people.
• Always connect the output lead with red clamp (+) to the positive post of the battery, and the
output lead with black clamp (-) to the motor vehicle's chassis.
• Never reverse polarity; reversed polarity can cause explosions or damage to the motor vehicle,
the battery charger and people.
• To clean the battery charger, use a dry cloth. Always disconnect the battery charger from the power
supply mains. Never use damp or wet cloths.
BATTERY CHARGER SAFETY
• Periodically check the battery charger, the power supply cable and the clamps.
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