Caution And Care - Matco Tools Megajump Manual

CAUTION AND CARE

WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. A SPARK NEAR THE BAT-
TERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A
SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
1.
gine.
2. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and
watches when working with a lithium or lead-acid battery. A battery can
produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring to metal, caus-
ing a severe burn.
3. Be extra cautious, to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the bat-
tery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that
may cause an explosion.
4. Do not permit the internal battery of the unit to freeze. Never charge a
frozen battery.
5. To prevent sparking, NEVER allow clamps to touch together or contact the
same piece of metal.
6. Always have someone nearby to come to your aid when you work near a
Lead-acid battery.
7. Have plenty of fresh water, soap and baking soda nearby for use, in case
battery acid contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing.
8. Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and pro-
tective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
9. If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area
with cold running water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention
right away.
10. If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs or
water. DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
11. Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly with baking soda before attempting to
clean up.
BEFORE USE PRECAUTIONS AND PREPARATIONS
WARNING! RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID. BATTERY ACID IS
A HIGHLY CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID.
1. Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the unit is in
use.
2. Clean the battery terminals before using the jump starter. 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.
3. Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner's
manual and make sure that the output voltage of the jump starter is cor-
rect.
4. Make sure that the unit's cable clamps make secure connections.
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