Safety Instructions And Warnings - Ametek Deka PowerForce Owner's Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
AND WARNINGS
FOR OPERATION OF
BATTERY CHARGING EQUIPMENT
IMPORTANT – READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
DO NOT LOSE THEM. ALSO READ OPERATING/INSTRUCTION
MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING, OPERATING, OR SERVICING THIS
EQUIPMENT.
A. General
Battery charging products can cause serious injury or death, or
damage to other equipment or property, if the operator does not
strictly observe all safety rules and take precautionary actions.
Safe practices have developed from experience in the use of
charging equipment. These practices must be learned through
study and training before using this equipment. Anyone not having
extensive training in battery charging practices should be taught y
trained and experienced operators.
Only qualified personnel should install, use, or service this
equipment.
B. Shock Prevention
Bare conductors, or terminals in the output circuit, or ungrounded,
electrically live equipment can fatally shock a person. To protect
against shock, have a certified electrician verify that the equip-
ment is adequately grounded and learn what terminals and parts
are electrically energized.
The body's electrical resistance is decreased when wet, permit-
ting dangerous current to flow through the body. Do not work in
damp area without being extremely careful. Stand on dry rubber
mat or dry wood and use insulating gloves when dampness or
sweat cannot be avoided. Keep clothing dry.
1. Installation and Grounding of Electrically Powered Equipment
– Electrical equipment must be installed and maintained in ac-
cordance with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70, and local
codes. A power disconnect switch must be located at the equip-
ment. Check nameplate for voltage and phase requirements. If
only 3-phase power is available, connect single-phase equipment
to only two wires of the 3-phase line. DO NOT CONNECT the
equipment grounding conductor (lead) to the third live wire of
the 3-phase line as this makes the equipment frame electrically
energized, which can cause a fatal shock.
If a grounding lead (conductor) is part of the power supply cable,
be sure to connect it to a properly grounded switch box or building
ground. If not part of the supply cable, use a separate grounding
lead (conductor). Do not remove a ground prong from any plug.
Use correct mating receptacles. Check ground for electrical
continuity before using equipment.
The grounding conductor must be of a size equal to or larger than
the size recommended by Code or in this manual.
2. Charging Leads – Inspect leads often for damage to the insulation.
Replace or repair cracked or worn leads immediately. Use leads
having sufficient capacity to carry the operating current for long
periods of time without overheating.
3. Battery Terminals – Do not touch battery terminals while
equipment is operating.
4. Service and Maintenance – Shut OFF all power at the disconnect
switch or line breaker before inspecting, adjusting, or servicing
the equipment. Lock switch OPEN (or remove line fuses) so that
the power cannot be turned ON accidentally. Disconnect power to
equipment if it is to be left unattended or out of service.
Disconnect battery from charger.
A 5 minute delay is required after AC power removal for
full discharge.
Keep inside parts clean and dry. Dirt and/or moisture can
cause insulation failure. This failure can result in high voltage
at the charger output.
C. Burn and Bodily Injury Prevention
The battery produces very high currents when short circuited, and
will burn the skin severely if in contact with any metal conductor
that is carrying this current. Do not permit rings, watches, or jew-
elry to come in contact with battery terminals or the cell connec-
tors on top of the battery.
Battery acid is very corrosive. Always wear correct eye and body
protection when near batteries.
D. Fire and Explosion Prevention
Batteries give off explosive flammable gases which easily ignite
when coming in contact with an open flame or spark. Do not
smoke, cause sparking, or use open flame near batteries. Charge
batteries only in locations which are clean, dry, and well venti-
lated.
Do not lay tools or anything that is metallic on top of any battery.
All repairs to a battery must be made only by experienced and
qualified personnel.
E. Arcing and Burning of Connector
CAUTION: To prevent arcing and burning of the connector con-
tacts, be sure the charger is OFF before connecting or discon-
necting the battery (If the charger is equipped with an ammeter,
the ammeter should not indicate current flow).
F. Medical and First Aid Treatment
First aid facilities and a qualified first aid person should be avail-
able for each shift for immediate treatment of electrical shock
victims.
EMERGENCY FIRST AID: Call physician and ambulance imme-
diately. Use First Aid techniques recommended by the American
Red Cross.
DANGER: ELECTRICAL SHOCK CAN BE FATAL. If person is
unconscious and electric shock is suspected, do not touch the
person if he or she is in contact with charging leads, charging
equipment, or other live electrical parts. Disconnect (open) power
at wall switch and then use First Aid. Dry wood, wooden broom,
and other insulating material can be used to move cables, if
necessary, away from person. IF BREATHING IS DIFFICULT, give
oxygen. IF NOT BREATHING, BEGIN ARTIFICIAL BREATHING, such
as mouth-to- mouth. IF PULSE IS ABSENT, BEGIN ARTIFICIAL
CIRCULATION, such as external heart massage.
IN CASE OF ACID IN THE EYES OR ON THE BODY, flush with clean
water and obtain professional medical attention immediately.
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