Waeco W48 DC Instruction Manual page 6

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Safety instructions
Only connect the device as follows:
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– With the cable (fig. 1 2, page 3) to the cigarette lighter in
the vehicle or a 12 V plug socket in the vehicle
– Or with the connection cable (fig. 1 3, page 3) to the
220–240 V AC mains supply
Never pull the plug out of the socket by the cable.
Do not operate the device if the connection cable is damaged.
Disconnect the device from the mains.
– Before cleaning and maintenance
– After use
If the cooler is connected to the 12 V socket: disconnect the
cooler or switch it off when you turn off the engine. Otherwise
you may discharge the battery.
On boats: if the device is powered by the mains, ensure that the
power supply has a ground fault interrupter circuit. Danger of
fatal injuries!
Disconnect the cooling device and other power consuming
devices from the battery before connecting the quick charging
device.
Check that the voltage specification on the type plate corre-
sponds to that of the energy supply.
1.2 Operating the device safely
Before starting the device, ensure that the power supply line
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and the plug are dry.
Do not place the device near naked flames or other heat
sources (heaters, direct sunlight, gas ovens etc.).
Caution! Danger of overheating!
Ensure at all times that there is sufficient ventilation so that the
heat that arises during operation does not build up. Make sure
that the device is sufficiently far away from walls and other ob-
jects so that the air can circulate.
Do not fill the inner container with ice or fluid.
Never immerse the device in water.
Protect the device and the cable against heat and moisture.
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