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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger
Model 1200A.
WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
WORKING IN VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BAT-
TERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY
OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT
EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL
AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• To reduce risk of electrical shock,
unplug the charger from the outlet
before attempting any maintenance
or cleaning.
• Always charge battery in a well-
ventilated area.
• WARNING: Battery chargers get hot
during operation and must have
proper ventilation. Air needs to flow
around entire charger. Do not set
charger on flammable materials like
carpeting, upholstery, paper, card-
board, etc. Charger may damage
leather, plastic and rubber.
HELP US HELP YOU ——
Remember:
Place charger as far away from the
battery being charged as the charger
cables will permit.
Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
Never charge a frozen battery. If battery
fluid (electrolyte) becomes frozen, bring
battery into a warm area to allow battery
to thaw before you begin charging.
Never allow battery acid to drip on
charger when reading specific gravity or
filling battery.
Never set a battery on top of charger.
• WARNING: Handling the cord on this
product or cords associated with
accessories sold with this product,
will expose you to lead, a chemical
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
Wash
hands after handling.
• Read all instructions and cautions
printed on the battery charger,
battery, and vehicle or equipment
using battery.
• Use charger only on lead-acid type
rechargeable batteries, such as those
used in cars, trucks, tractors, air-
planes, vans, RV’s, trolling motors,
etc. This charger is not intended to
supply power to a low voltage
electrical system other than in a
starter-motor application.
• Never use charger for charging dry
cell batteries that are commonly used
with home appliances like radios,
stereos, remote controls, etc. These
batteries may burst and cause
personal injury.
• Do not disassemble charger. Take it
to a qualified service professional if
service or repair is required. Incorrect
assembly may result in fire or
electrical shock.