Personal Precautions - Craftsman CMXCESM14143 Instruction Manual

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 the jump starter manufacturer may result in a
risk of fire, 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 qualified service person.
1.9 Do not disassemble the unit; take it to a qualified service person when
service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of
fire 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 flammable 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 flame 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.
• 4 •
ENGLISH