Personal Precautions - Schumacher SL1582 Owner's Manual

WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
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those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of
any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review
the cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.
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1.12 Never place the unit directly above battery being jumped.
1.13 Do not use the unit to jump start a vehicle while charging the internal battery.

2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. A SPARK NEAR THE
BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
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watches when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery
can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring to
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battery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical
part that may cause an explosion.
2.4 Do not permit the internal battery of the unit to freeze. Never charge a
frozen battery.
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contact the same piece of metal.
2.6 Consider having someone nearby to come to your aid when you work
near a lead-acid battery.
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2.8
protective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the
battery.
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medical attention right away.
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or water. DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
2.11 Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly with baking soda before attempting
to clean up.
2.12 This product contains a lithium ion battery.
liquids to cool the product and prevent the battery from re-igniting.
as you may be injured.
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