Bahco BBCE12-3 Mode D'emploi page 4

1.11 Do not disassemble the charger; take it to a qualified service person when
service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of fire
or electric shock.
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
WARNING
1.12 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 THAT YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS
EACH TIME YOU USE THE CHARGER.
1.13 To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those
published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment
you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review the cautionary markings
on these products and on the engine.
1.14 This charger employs parts, such as switches and circuit breakers, that tend
to produce arcs and sparks. If used in a garage, locate this charger 46 cm
(18 inches) or more above floor level.
WARNING
IMPORTANT
2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
WARNING
2.1 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a
battery or engine.
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
6-58 Ah (12V)*. It is 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 BBCE12-3 has been tested and approved to charge the ChaoBaLi
LiFePO battery, model number TDS-1220AH-1. Before charging any
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other LiFePO
Do not use with non-rechargeable batteries. Use only with
lead-acid or lithium ion LiFePO
Do not start the vehicle with the charger connected to the AC
outlet, or it may damage the charger and your vehicle.
battery, we recommend contacting the battery supplier.
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rechargeable batteries.
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batteries, with rated capacities of
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