Important Safety Information; Work Area Safety; Electrical Safety - CEN-TECH 64981 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

Important Safety Information

Work Area Safety

1� Keep your work area clean and well lit�
Cluttered benches and dark
areas may cause accidents�
2� Do not connect or disconnect the
Code Reader while the ignition
is on or the engine is running�
3� DO NOT attempt to operate
the Code Reader while driving
the vehicle. Have a passenger
operate the Code Reader.
4� Before testing a vehicle, engage the
parking brake and chock the tires�
5� NEVER smoke or allow a spark or
flame in vicinity of battery or engine�
6� Carbon Monoxide is produced
while the vehicle's engine is
operating and is deadly in a closed
environment. Early signs of carbon
monoxide poisoning resemble the flu,
with headaches, dizziness, or nausea�
If you have these signs, the work
area may not be vented properly� Get
fresh air immediately� Operate the
vehicle in a well-ventilated work area�
7� Do not operate the Code Reader
in explosive atmospheres, such
as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or heavy dust�
8� Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for
gasoline/chemical/electrical fires nearby�

Electrical Safety

1� Do not use the Code Reader
while standing in water�
2� Avoid body contact with grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators�
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9� Use extreme caution when working
around the ignition coil, distributor
cap, ignition wires and spark plugs�
These components create hazardous
voltages when the engine is running�
10� Keep bystanders, children and visitors
away while operating the Code Reader�
11� This product is not a toy� Do not allow
children to play with or near this item�
12� Use as intended only�
13� Inspect before every use; do not use
if parts are loose or damaged�
14� Do not place the Code Reader
on any unstable surface�
15� Handle the Code Reader with care� If
the Code Reader is dropped, check
for breakage and any other conditions
that may affect its operation�
16� Keep the Scan Tool dry, clean,
free from oil, water or grease�
Use a mild detergent on a clean
cloth to clean the outside of the
Scan Tool, when necessary�
17� Store the Code Reader and
accessories in a locked area
out of the reach of children�
18� Maintain product labels and
nameplates� These carry
important safety information�
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement�
3� Do not expose the Code Reader to rain
or wet conditions�
Water entering the Code Reader
increases the risk of electric shock.
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