Important Safety Instructions; Personal Safety Precautions - Schumacher INSTANT POWER XP400-CA Owner's Manual

WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS.
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL OPERATION.
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME
YOU USE THE INSTANT POWER.
To reduce the risk of 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 a battery. Review cautionary marking on these products and on the engine.
WARNING: Pursuant to California
Proposition 65, this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not disassemble the Instant Power.
Take it to a qualified service professional
if service or repair is required. Incorrect
assembly may result in fire or electrical
shock.
• Do not use the Instant Power to jump a
vehicle while charging the internal battery.
• Do not recharge the Instant Power with a
damaged extension cord.
• The Instant Power gets hot during charging
and must have proper ventilation.
• Do not set the Instant Power on flammable
materials, such as carpeting, upholstery,
paper, cardboard, etc.
• Place the Instant Power as far away from
the battery being jumped as the cables
will permit.
• Do not expose the Instant Power to rain
or snow.
• Never place the Instant Power directly
above battery being jumped.
• Wear complete eye and clothing protection
when working near lead-acid batteries.
Always have someone nearby for help.
• Have plenty of fresh water, soap and baking
soda nearby for use, in case battery acid
contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing. Wash
immediately with soap and water and seek
medical attention.
• If battery acid comes in contact with eyes,
flush eyes immediately for a minimum 10
minutes and get medical attention.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES

PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• To prevent arcing, never allow the clamps to
touch together or to contact the same piece
of metal.
• Use of an attachment not recommended or
sold by Schumacher
may result in damage to the unit or personal
injury.
• Never operate the Instant Power if it is
damaged.
• If someone else uses the Instant Power,
ensure they are well informed on how to
use it safely, and have read and understood
the operating instructions.
• The Instant Power is NOT designed to be
installed as a replacement for a vehicle
battery.
• Use ONLY on vehicles, boats and garden
tractors powered with a 12V DC battery
system.
• If the engine fails to start after the
recommended number of attempts,
disconnect the unit and look for other
problems that may need to be corrected.
• Use the Instant Power for jump starting
lead-acid batteries ONLY. Do not use for dry
cell batteries that are commonly used with
home appliances.
• Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly with
baking soda before attempting to clean up.
• Remove all personal metal items from your
body, such as rings, bracelets, necklaces
and watches. A battery can produce a short
circuit current high enough to weld a ring to
metal, causing a severe burn.
• Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in
the vicinity of the battery or engine.
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