Bosch C3 Operating Instructions Manual page 17

Danger of explosion and
fire hazard!
3 Never attempt to charge dry or non-rechargea-
ble batteries with the charger.
3 Make sure there is no risk of explosive or
flammable substances, e. g. gasoline or solvent,
being ignited whilst using the charger.
3 The charging cable must never make contact
with any fuel pipes (e. g. gasoline pipes).
3 Ensure adequate ventilation whilst charging.
3 During the charging process, place the
removed battery on a well ventilated surface.
3 The charger is not to be used for the charging
and trickle charging of damaged or frozen
batteries.
3 Prior to connection to the mains, make sure the
mains current is the specified 230 V ~ 50 Hz and
that the system is provided with a grounded
neutral conductor, a 16 A fuse and an r.c.c.b.
(residual-current-operated circuit breaker).
3 Keep the charger away from naked flames
and sources of heat and do not expose to
temperatures in excess of 50 °C for a lengthy
period.
3 Never cover the charger when the unit is in
operation.
3 Protect the electric contact surfaces of the
battery against short circuits.
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3 Never place the charger on or directly next
to the battery.
3 Set up the charger as far away from the
battery as the charging cable allows.
Danger of acid burns!
3 Always wear safety goggles. Always wear
protective gloves. In the event of contact
with electrolyte, rinse the eyes or skin
immediately with copious amounts of clean
running water and consult a doctor without
delay.
Danger of electric shocks!
3 Never disassemble the charger. Incorrect
assembly of the charger can lead to the risk
of fatal electric shocks.
3 Make sure the mains current has been dis-
connected before performing battery charger
installation, maintenance and upkeep work.
3 Only touch the insulated part of the terminals
(–) and (+).
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