Eltek MultiCharger 1500 Description And Operating Instructions page 9

Fundamental safety instructions
2280073 Rev.1
Danger!
Serious or fatal injuries and/or damage to the charger unit
Explanation:
During operation in moving vehicles, equipment is not sufficiently
safeguarded. It is possible that cables are torn off (spark generation) or
that the battery tips over (damaging)
Avoidance measures:
Do not operate charger unit in moving vehicles
Danger!
Occurrence of secondary failures as a result of problems during
charging
Explanation:
Problems occurring during charging can result in leakage of acid and,
when personal precautions are inadequate or not observed, in
secondary failures.
Avoidance measures:
Somebody should be within voice range in order to be able to provide
or organize assistance.
Keep plenty of water and soap on hand in case acid comes in contact
of with skin or clothes.
Wear protective clothes incl. safety goggles and avoid touching the
eyes with your hands.
However, if battery acid comes into contact with skin or clothes, rinse
immediately; in case of contact with eyes, intensively rinse at least for
10 min with cold water and then consult an ophthalmologist
Danger!
Serious or fatal injuries
Explanation:
metal items between the battery terminals can result in a risk of short
circuit or explosion as well as in severe burns
Avoidance measures:
Cover non-isolated contacts if possible.
Take care when handling metal tools.
Take off rings, necklaces, bracelets, watches
Danger!
Risk of injury due to electric shock
Explanation:
risk of harm to people due to electric shock in case of failure when
unearthed sockets and power cables are used
Avoidance measures:
Ensure that the power supply cord is appropriately earthed!
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