Personal Precautions; Preparing To Charge - Schumacher Electric SPI3 Manuel

2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
WARNING
2.1
2.2 Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and
watches when working with a lead-acid or lithium ion battery. These batteries can
produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal,
causing a severe burn.
2.3 Be extra cautious, to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might
spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause an explosion.
2.4 Use this charger for charging only 12V automotive/power sport batteries, including 6-celled
lead-acid and 4-celled lithium LiFePO
not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor
application. Do not use this battery charger for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly
used with home appliances or lithium ion batteries used in cell phones, laptops, power tools, etc.
These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.
*The SPI3 has been tested and approved to charge the ChaoBaLi LiFePO
model number TDS-1220AH-1. Before charging any other LiFePO
recommend contacting the battery supplier.
2.5 NEVER charge a frozen battery.
2.6 Consider having someone nearby to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
2.7 Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby, in case battery acid contacts your skin,
clothing or eyes.
2.8 Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and protective clothing.
Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
2.9 If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with soap and
10 minutes and get medical attention right away.
2.10 If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs or water. DO NOT
induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.

3. PREPARING TO CHARGE

WARNING WARNING
3.2 Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the battery is being charged.
3.3 Clean the battery terminals before charging the battery. During cleaning, keep airborne
corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes, nose and mouth. Use baking soda and
water to neutralize the battery acid and help eliminate airborne corrosion. Do not touch
your eyes, nose or mouth.
3.4
valve regulated lead acid batteries (VRLA), carefully follow the manufacturer's recharging
instructions.
3.5 Read, understand and follow all instructions for the charger, battery, vehicle and any
equipment used near the battery and charger. Study all of the battery manufacturer's
3.6 Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner's manual and make
sure that the output voltage selector switch is set to the correct voltage. If the charger has
3.7 Make sure that the charger cable clips make tight connections.
batteries, with rated capacities of 3-50Ah (12V)*. It is
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RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID. BATTERY ACID IS A
HIGHLY CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID.
3.1 If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to
of the accessories in the vehicle are off, to prevent arcing.
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