General Safety Instructions - Eltek MultiCharger 1500 Description And Operating Instructions

Fundamental safety instructions

2.2 General safety instructions

In order to charge a battery outside of the vehicle, connect the positive (plus) and the negative
(minus) cables in accordance with polarity (see section 5).
For a battery installed in the vehicle, first connect the red charging cable of the charger to the
positive terminal (+) of the battery (not connected with the chassis) according to the polarity
indications and then the black charging cable to the negative terminal (–) of the battery. Do not
connect to carburettor or fuel lines. After charging, disconnect the negative cable (chassis-
connected cable) first (see section 5).
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Danger!
Serious or fatal injuries
Explanation:
Disconnecting the battery during charging can result in temporary
sparking
Avoidance measures:
Terminate charging by using control button 2 (start/stop) before
disconnecting the battery
Danger!
Serious or fatal injuries
Explanation:
An attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries causes explosion risk
Avoidance measures:
Connect rechargeable batteries only
Danger!
Serious or fatal injuries
Explanation:
Risk of explosion when battery is overloaded
Avoidance measures:
No overcharging of battery – see instructions for use
Danger!
Serious or fatal injuries
Explanation:
During charging, oxyhydrogen gas is usually generated. There is a risk
of explosion!
Avoidance measures:
Read the operating instructions before using the charger and follow the
instructions closely.
Operate the charger only in well ventilated areas.
Do not smoke in the vicinity of the battery.
Avoid fire and flying sparks.
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