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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CANADA & USA
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. THIS PORTION OF THE MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE OPTIMATE LITHIUM BATTERY CHARGER. IT IS OF THE
UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME, BEFORE USING THE CHARGER, YOU READ
AND EXACTLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
AUTOMATIC CHARGER ONLY FOR 12.8V LIFEPO4 {LITHIUM FERROUS PHOSPHATE/
LITHIUM IRON PHOSPHATE} BATTERIES. DO NOT USE FOR NiCd, NiMH, Lead-Acid
or any other type of Li-Ion or NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.
1. CAUTION : DO NOT CONNECT TO GROUND.
2. For indoor use only. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
3. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric
shock,or injury to persons.
4. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord,pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.
5. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire
and electric shock.If extension cord must be used make sure that : a) pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size
and shape as those of plug on charger, b) the extension cord is property wired and in good electrical condition.and c) the
conductor wire size is large enough for the AC ampere rating of the charger as specified in the table below.
AC INPUT RATING IN AMPERES
Equal to or greater than
2A
6. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug - replace the cord or plug 1mmed1ately.
7. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped.or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified
serviceman.
8. Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required.
Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
9. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.Clean only with slightly moist.not wet, cloth. Do not use solvents.
10. warning - risk of explosive gases. a) working in vicinity of a lithium battery is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases
during abnormal battery operation. For this reason, it is of utmost importance that you follow the instructions each lime you use
the charger. b) To reduce risk
of
battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer
and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary marking on these products and
on engine.
11. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:
aid when you work near a battery. b) Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing or
eyes. c) Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near a battery. d) If battery
acid cont a cts or enters eye, flood eye with cold running water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap & water. If acid enters an eye , immediately flood eye
with running cold water for at least 1 O minutes & get medical attention immediately. e) NEVER smoke or allow a spark or
flame in vicinity of battery or engine. Q Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery. It might spark or
short-circuit battery or other electrical part that may cause explosion. g) Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets
,necklaces , and watches when working with a battery. A battery can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring
or the like to metal, causing a severe bum. Q NEVER charge a frozen battery.
12. PREPARING TO CHARGE:
a) If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge.always remove grounded terminal
from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc.
b) Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being charged. Gas can be
forcefully blown away by using a piece of cardboard or other non-metallic material as a fan.
c) Clean battery terminals.Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes. d) Study all battery manufacturer's
specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and recommended rates of charge.
e) Determine voltage of battery by referring to vehicle or other user's manual and before making the battery connections, make
sure that the voltage of the battery you are going to charge matches the output voltage of the charger.
LENGTH OF
But less
CORO, FEET (m)
than
25 (17.6)
3A
50 (15.2)
100 (30.5)
a) Someone should be within range of your voice OR close enough to come to your
QI
AWG
SIZE OF
CORO
18
18
14
3
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