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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –
This manual will show you how to use
your tester safely and effectively.
Please read, understand and follow these
instructions and precautions carefully, as
this manual contains important safety and
operating instructions.
WARNING:
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A
LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS.
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE
GASES DURING NORMAL OPERATION.
FOR THIS REASON, IT IS IMPORTANT
THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE
THE TESTER.
• Read the entire manual before using this
product. Failure to do so could result in
serious injury.
• Use the tester in a well-ventilated area.
• This tester is not intended for use by
children.
• Do not expose the tester to rain or snow.
• Do not operate the tester if it has
received a sharp blow, been dropped or
otherwise damaged in any way; take it
to a qualied service person.
• Inspect the battery for a cracked or
broken case or cover. If the battery is
damaged, do not use the tester.
• Do not disassemble the tester; take
it to a qualied service person when
service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of re or
electric shock.
• Follow these instructions and 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.
2. PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Wear complete eye and clothing
protection when working near lead-acid
batteries. Always have someone nearby
for help.
• Have plenty of fresh water, soap and
baking soda nearby for use, in case
battery acid contacts your eyes, skin or
clothing. Wash immediately with soap
and water and seek medical attention.
• If battery acid comes into contact with
eyes, ush eyes immediately for at least
10 minutes and get medical attention.
• Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly with
baking soda before attempting to clean up.
• Remove all personal metal items from
your body, such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces and watches. A lead-acid
battery can produce a short circuit
current high enough to weld a ring to
metal, causing a severe burn.
• Never smoke or allow a spark or ame
in the vicinity of the battery or engine.
• 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.
3. PREPARING TO TEST
• Be sure area around battery is well
ventilated while battery is being tested.
• Clean battery terminals. Be careful to
keep corrosion from coming in contact
with eyes.
• If the battery is not sealed, maintenance-
free, add distilled water in each cell until
battery acid reaches level specied by
battery manufacturer. This helps purge
excessive gas from cells. Do not overll.
• If necessary to remove battery from
vehicle for testing, always remove
grounded terminal from battery rst.
Make sure all accessories in the vehicle
are off, so as not to cause an arc.
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