Grounding & Power Cord Connections - Midtronics DCA-8000 User Manual

General Safety Precautions
charge rate, charge the battery initially at lowest rate. If the charger has only one voltage, verify
that the battery voltage matches the voltage of charger.
For a charger not having an output voltage selector switch, determine the voltage of the
battery by referring to car owner's manual and make sure it matches the output rating of the
battery charger.
4 Grounding & Power Cord Connections
4.1 The charger must be grounded to reduce risk of electric shock. The charger is equipped with an
electric cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
IMPORTANT: If the plug does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlest installed by
a qualified
4.2 This battery charger is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a grounding plug that
looks like the plug illustrated in Figure A. A temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter
illustrated in Figures B and C, may be used to connect this plug to a two-pole receptacle as
shown in Figure B, if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should
be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT: Use of an adapter is not allowed in Canada. If a grounding-type
receptacle is not available, do not use this appliance until the proper outlet is
installed by a qualified electrican.
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Hazardous voltage.
An improper connection can result in
electric shock.
To avoid electrical shock or burn, never alter the
charger's original AC cord and plug. Disconnect
plug from outlet when charger is idle.
electrician.
Hazardous voltage.
An improper connection can result in
electric shock.
Before using an adapter be certain the center screw of
the outlet plate is grounded. The rigid ear or lug extend-
ing from the adapter must be connected to a properly
grounded outlet. Make certain it is grounded. If neces-
sary, replace the original screw that secures the adapter
ear or lug to the cover plate and make the ground con-
nection to the grounded outlet.
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DCA-8000