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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES
GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL OPERATION. IT IS IMPORTANT
THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE UNIT.
To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by
the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the
vicinity of a battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.
WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR FIRE.
1.1 Read the entire manual before using this
product. Failure to do so could result in
serious injury or death.
1.2 Keep out of reach of children.
1.3 Do not put ngers or hands into any of the
unit’s outlets.
1.4 Do not expose the unit to rain or snow.
1.5 Use only recommended attachments. Use
of an attachment not recommended or
sold by Schumacher
®
Electric Corporation
may result in a risk of re, electric shock or
injury to persons or damage to property.
1.6 To reduce the risk of damage to the electric
plug or cord, pull by the adaptor rather
than the cord when disconnecting the unit.
1.7 Do not operate the unit with damaged
cables or clamps.
1.8 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
service person.
1.9 Do not disassemble the unit; 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.
WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
1.10 To reduce the risk of a battery explosion,
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.
1.11 Do not set the unit on ammable
materials, such as carpeting, upholstery,
paper, cardboard, etc.
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:
2.1 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or ame
in the vicinity of a battery or engine.
2.2 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
to metal, causing a severe burn.
2.3 Be extra cautious, to reduce the risk of
dropping a metal tool onto the 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.
2.5 To prevent sparking, NEVER allow clamps
to touch together or 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.
2.7 Have plenty of fresh water, soap and
baking soda nearby for use, in case battery
acid contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing.
2.8 Wear complete eye and body protection,
including safety goggles and protective
clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while
working near the battery.
2.9 If battery acid contacts your skin or
clothing, immediately wash the area
with soap and water. If acid enters your
eye, immediately ood the eye with cold
running water for at least 10 minutes and
get medical attention right away.
2.10 If battery acid is accidentally swallowed,
drink milk, the whites of eggs 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.
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