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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –
This manual contains important safety
and operating instructions.
WARNING:
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
1.1 Keep out of reach of children.
1.2 Do not expose the unit to rain or snow.
1.3 Use of an attachment not recommended
or sold by the manufacturer may result
in a risk of re, electric shock or injury to
persons.
1.4 To reduce the risk of damage to electric
plug and cord, pull by the plug rather than
the cord when disconnecting the unit.
1.5 An extension cord should not be used
unless absolutely necessary. Use of
improper extension cord could result
in a risk of re and electric shock. If an
extension cord must be used, make sure:
• The pins on plug of extension cord are
the same number, size and shape as
those of plug on the unit.
• The extension cord is properly wired and
in good electrical condition
• The wire size is large enough for AC
ampere rating of the unit, as specied in
section 8.
1.6 Do not operate the unit with a damaged
cord or plug – replace the cord or plug
immediately.
1.7 Do not operate the unit if it has received
a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise
damaged in any way; take it to a qualied
serviceman.
1.8 Do not disassemble the unit; take it to
a qualied serviceman when service or
repair is required. Incorrect reassembly
may result in a risk of electric shock or re.
1.9 To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug
the unit from the outlet before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off
controls will not reduce this risk.
1.10 WARNING:
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
a. WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-
ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS.
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE
GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY
OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS
OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT YOU
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH
TIME YOU USE THE UNIT.
b. To reduce risk of battery explosion,
follow these instructions and those
published by battery manufacturer
and manufacturer of any equipment
you intend to use in vicinity of battery.
Review cautionary markings on these
products and on engine.
2. PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
2.1 Consider having someone close enough
by to come to your aid when you work
near a lead-acid battery.
2.2 Have plenty of fresh water and soap
nearby in case battery acid contacts skin,
clothing, or eyes.
2.3 Wear complete eye protection and
clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes
while working near battery.
2.4 If battery acid contacts skin or clothing,
wash immediately with soap and water.
If acid enters eye, immediately ood
eye with running cold water for at least
10 minutes and get medical attention
immediately.
2.5 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or ame
in vicinity of battery or engine.
2.6 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.
2.7 Remove personal metal items such as
rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches
when working with a lead-acid battery. A
lead-acid battery can produce a short-
circuit current high enough to weld a ring
or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.
2.8 Use unit for only LEAD-ACID rechargeable
batteries. It is not intended to supply power
to a low voltage electrical system other
than in a starter-motor application.
2.9 NEVER use with a frozen battery.
2.10 WARNING: This product contains one
or more chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
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