WARNING
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which
is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
1.
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 utmost importance, if you have any doubt, that each
time before using your tester, please read these instructions very
carefully.
2.
To reduce 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. Observe
cautionary markings on these items.
3.
Do not expose the tester to rain or snow.
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1.
Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to
come to your aid when you work near a lead acid battery.
2.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid
contacts skin, clothing or eyes.
3.
Wear safety glasses and protective clothing.
4.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap
and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flood eye with running cold
water for at least ten minutes and get medical attention immediately.
5.
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or
engine.
6.
Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto the
battery. It could spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical
parts and could cause an explosion.
7.
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces
and watches when working with a lead acid battery. It can produce
a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal
causing a severe burn.
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