Before Initial Operation - H-Tronic AL 800 Mode D'emploi

least 5 minutes. Consult your doctor.
• Wear safety goggles and acid-resistant protective gloves. Protect your clothing,
e.g. by wearing an apron.
• Do not tilt the battery as acid may escape.
• Make sure there is sufficient ventilation at all times.
• Do not breathe in any gases or vapours which are produced.

5. BeFore initiAl operAtion

– Before each initial operation, check the charger as well as its leads for damages.
– Do not start using the device under any circumstances if the protecting insulation
of the mains or charger leads is damaged (squashed, ripped down or ripped off).
– Never work with the charger in spaces or unfavourable environment conditions
that contain or may contain inflammable gases, smoke or dust.
– Never cover ventilation slots or containers.
– Do not place the device near hot air sources such as radiators or similar. Do not
expose the device to sunlight, strong dust formation, mechanic vibrations or thrusts.
Do not use the device near or on easily inflammable materials. If necessary, use
an appropriate non-inflammable basis (e.g. a big, thick wall tile or flagstone).
– Do not place or guide the mains or charger leads near inflammable materials.
– Ensure that no inflammable objects (wood, cloths, cleaning rags or similar) are
placed near the device. The mains or charger leads must not be modified,
extended or shortened. In addition, the leads must neither be bent, squashed
nor be guided through square-edged parts.
– Current conducting cables or leads that are connected with the device, must
be checked for insulation faults such as points of rupture, squashing or bending
before and after using the device. In case of fault detection (damage) of the
cable, the device must be disposed of immediately.
– Only start using the device outside of the vehicle. Ensure that a secure and stable
connection is established when connecting the battery charging clamps.
– Never deep charge the batteries to avoid damage of the batteries.
operAting note
The device heats up when operating. Make sure there is sufficient ventilation. The
case must not be covered. Never charge lead batteries in a closed container. When
charging sufficient ventilation must be ensured and open fire must be avoided.
Before charging batteries with liquid acid, open the closing plug of the individual cells.
Automatic Charger AL800
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