Briggs & Stratton 100600 Operator's Manual page 6

WARNING
Improper use of the battery and charger can result in an electrical shock
or fire.
When Operating
Keep battery pack and battery charger dry. Do not expose battery pack or
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charger to rain or wet conditions.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not allow water to flow into AC plug.
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Do not short circuit; never place any object into the battery contacts.
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When Charging Battery Pack
Charge Briggs & Stratton battery pack only with Briggs & Stratton battery
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charger.
Do not use Briggs & Stratton battery charger to charge any other type of
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batteries.
Keep battery pack and battery charger dry. Do not expose battery pack or
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charger to rain or wet conditions.
To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord
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when disconnecting charger.
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of
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improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an
extension cord must be used, make sure:
a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as
those of plug on charger;
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and
c. That wire size is a minimum of 16 AWG to allow for AC ampere rating of
charger.
Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug - replace charger
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immediately.
Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or
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otherwise damaged in any way. If charger is damaged it must be replaced.
Charger is not serviceable.
Do not disassemble charger; or attempt to service.
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To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before cleaning.
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Do not short circuit; never place any object into the battery contacts.
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When Storing Battery Pack
Keep battery pack and battery charger dry. Do not expose battery pack or
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charger to rain or wet conditions.
Before performing adjustments or repairs
Remove battery pack from engine battery tray.
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WARNING
Battery chemicals are toxic and corrosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
Never burn or incinerate discarded or used battery packs as they may explode.
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Toxic fumes and materials are created when battery packs are burned.
Do not use a battery that has been crushed, dropped, or damaged.
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