Safety Guidelines For Handling Batteries - Motomaster Eliminator Product Manual

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Safety guidelines for handling batteries

A spark may be visible when making the connection to a battery because a
current will flow to charge the capacitors in the inverter. do not make this
connection in the presence of flammable fumes. Explosion or fire may result.
Thoroughly ventilate the battery compartment before making this connection.
Take special care when working with a car battery. Batteries contain corrosive
materials and present an ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD.
do not use the car battery in the proximity of open flames. do not smoke when
using a car battery.
Remove any jewellery (watch, ring, etc.). Be careful not to short-circuit the battery with any
metallic object (wrench, etc.).
To prevent irritation and burns, wear protective eyewear and clothing when you
install the inverter or work with a vehicle battery. Should battery acid come
into contact with skin or eyes, flush it with water and consult your physician.
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DANGER!
DANGER!
DANGER!
WARNING!
WARNING!
CAUTION!
Power connections from a 12 V battery to the power inverter must be POSITIVE (RED) TO
POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE (BLACK) TO NEGATIVE. A reverse polarity connection (positive
to negative) will blow a fuse in the inverter and may permanently damage the unit. damage
caused by a reverse polarity connection is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION!
Loose connectors result in an excessive voltage drop and may result in overheated wires and
melted insulation.
CAUTION!
do not start the vehicle engine during operation.
• Follow the instructions in the section ( Connecting the connector cables to the power inverter)
to connect the dC cable to the inverter.
• If the battery can be switched off, switch it off.
• Fasten the positive / + (red) clamp to the positive / + battery post, and then fasten the negative
/ - (black) clamp to the negative / - battery post. make sure to have a secure connection.
• The power inverter is now ready for use.
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