Hitachi UC 18YML2, Technical Data And Service Manual

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(8) Keep your attention focused on driving the car.

If you use the battery charger while driving, fasten the battery charger in place so that it does
not move inadvertently and distract your attention from driving. Do not place the battery
charger or battery under the driver’s seat, irrespective of whether it is charging or not, as it
may get under the brake pedal or the cable may get wrapped around the driver’s feet and
cause an accident.

(9) Do not manipulate the battery charger or battery while driving as this may cause an accident.

(10) Do not leave the battery charger or battery within reach of children as this may result in an

accident.

(11) Be sure to use the cable provided.

Using a different cable could result in a fire or accident due to overheating.

(12) Do not place the battery charger on a blanket-type car seat cover or car mat during charging

as this may result in a fire or accident due to overheating.

(13) Do no expose the battery charger to direct sunlight during charging as this may result in a

fire.

(14) Do not leave the vehicle unattended during charging.

6-2. Extra Precautions on Sales Promotion

The following points must be given during sales promotion.

6-2-1. Charging may not be possible at high battery temperature

Charging may not be possible at high battery temperature after the battery has been exposed to
direct sunlight for a long time or immediately after it has been used.
The customer should be advised in such a case to place the battery in a shaded area with good
airflow, and allow it to sufficiently cool down before recharging. This phenomenon is common to
all existing batteries and chargers that employ temperature-sensitive overcharge protection
devices. The cooling time required before recharging varies from a few minutes to about 30
minutes, depending on the load, duration of use and ambient temperature.