Raider RD-BC12 User Manual page 12

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1.2. For indoor use only.
1.2.1.
Batteries generate explosive gas (hydrogen) during normal operation and even greater quantities
during recharging.
1.2.2. Avoid creating flames or sparks.
1.2.3. The battery charger itself can generate sparks. Make sure that the clamps cannot be
accidentally released from the battery's poles.
1.2.4. Make sure that the plug is unplugged from the socket before connecting or disconnecting
the cable clamps.
1.2.5. Never let the cable clamps touch each other.
1.2.6. Provide adequate ventilation during charging.
1.2.7. Whenever permitted by the type of battery, remove the caps and check the level of the
electrolyte in the cells, adding distilled water if necessary. Make sure that the electrolyte level is 5-10
mm over the battery's cells.
1.2.8. Charge the battery with the electrolyte caps in place.
1.2.9. Carefully read the recharging instructions provided by the manufacturer for maintenance -
free batteries.
1.2.10. Never open the electrolyte caps in maintenance - free batteries.
1.2.11. Some maintenance - free batteries have level indicators. Whenever the acid level is
indicated as being too low, the battery must be replaced. Never attempt to recharge such batteries.
1.2.12. Never charge frozen batteries that might explode.
1.2.13. Never attempt to charge batteries that cannot be recharged or other types than those
indicated.
1.2.14. Important! If you smell an acrid odour of gas, this indicates that there is an acute danger
of explosion. Do not switch off the equipment. Do not remove the charger clamps. Ventilate the room
immediately. Have the battery checked by customer service staff.
1.3.
Caution! Battery acid is aggressive. Should any acid splash onto hands or clothing, wash off
immediately with soap solution. Should any acid splash into your eyes, wash it out immediately with
water (for 15 minutes) and seek the advice of a doctor.
Always wear safety goggles closed at the sides, acid-proof safety gloves, and acid-proof clothing!
1.4.
1.4.1. Never position the battery charger on flammable surfaces.
1.4.2. Never place the battery charger and its cables in the water or on wet surfaces.
1.4.3. Position the battery charger with adequate ventilation. Never cover it with other objects or
close it inside containers or closed shelves.
1.4.4. The battery charger is not fitted with an automatic charge stop and must be disconnected
once charge is completed so as not to damage the battery.
1.4.5. Keep the air vents clean.
1.4.6. Do not charge more than one battery at any one time.
Warning: explosive gas!
The caustic acid presents a high risk of injury!
Additional warnings.