Bosch C7 Operating Instructions Manual page 20

Danger of explosion and
fire hazard!
Never attempt to charge dry or non-rechargea-
ble batteries with the charger.
Make sure there is no risk of explosive or
flammable substances, e. g. gasoline or solvent,
being ignited whilst using the charger.
The charging cable must never make contact
with any fuel pipes (e. g. gasoline pipes).
Ensure adequate ventilation whilst charging.
During the charging process, place the
removed battery on a well ventilated surface.
The charger is not to be used for the charging
and trickle charging of damaged or frozen
batteries.
Prior to connection to the mains, make sure the
mains current is the specified 230 V ~ 50 Hz and
that the system is provided with a grounded
neutral conductor, a 16 A fuse and an r.c.c.b.
(residual-current-operated circuit breaker).
Keep the charger away from naked flames
and sources of heat and do not expose to
temperatures in excess of 50 °C for a lengthy
period.
Never cover the charger when the unit is in
operation.
Protect the electric contact surfaces of the
battery against short circuits.
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Never place the charger on or directly next
to the battery.
Set up the charger as far away from the
battery as the charging cable allows.
Danger of acid burns!
Always wear safety goggles. Always wear
protective gloves. In the event of contact
with electrolyte, rinse the eyes or skin
immediately with copious amounts of clean
running water and consult a doctor without
delay.
Danger of electric shocks!
Never disassemble the charger. Incorrect
assembly of the charger can lead to the risk
of fatal electric shocks.
Make sure the mains current has been dis-
connected before performing battery charger
installation, maintenance and upkeep work.
Only touch the insulated part of the terminals
(–) and (+).
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