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Precautions for
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DC connection
Steps to follow
Follow these steps when battery is installed in vehicle. A spark near battery may
with battery in-
cause a battery explosion. To reduce risk of a spark near battery:
stalled in vehicle
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Steps to follow
Follow these steps when battery is outside vehicle. A spark near the battery may
with battery out-
cause a battery explosion. To reduce risk of a spark near battery:
side the vehicle
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Do not place the battery on the charger.
Connect and disconnect the DC plugs only after setting any charger switches
to the off position and removing AC cord from the electric outlet. Never al-
low the DC plugs to touch each other.
Position AC and DC cords to reduce risk of damage moving parts.
Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injury
to persons.
Connect the DC plugs as far away from the battery as possible.
Connect charger AC supply cord to electric outlet.
When disconnecting charger, turn switches to off, disconnect AC cord and
then remove DC plugs.
For information about the required charging period, refer to the operating in-
structions.
Do not face battery when making final connection.
Connect the DC plugs as far away from the battery as possible.
Connect charger AC supply cord to electrical outlet.
When disconnecting charger, always do so in reverse sequence of connecting
procedure and break first connection while standing as far away from battery
as practical.
A (marine) boat battery must be taken out and charged on dry land. Charging
the battery on board requires special equipment designed for use at sea.