Personal Precautions; Preparing To Charge - DieHard DH-200M Operator's Manual

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PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

RISK Of EXPLOSIVE gASES.
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 battery. A lead-acid battery 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 LEAD-ACID batteries only. 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. These batteries may burst and
cause injury to persons and damage to property.
2.5 NEVER charge a frozen battery.
2.6 NEVER overcharge a battery.
2.7 Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work
near a lead-acid battery.
2.8 Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts your
skin, clothing or eyes.
2.9 Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and
protective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
2.10 If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with
soap and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye with cold
running water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away.
2.11 If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs or water.
DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
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PREPARINg TO CHARgE

3.1 If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge it, always
remove the grounded terminal first. Make sure all of the accessories in the
vehicle are off to prevent arcing.
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.
RISK Of CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID.
BATTERY ACID IS A HIgHLY CORROSIVE
SULfURIC ACID.
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