HSV HSV-SPZ-189901, User Manual

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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. 

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 

flood 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. 

2.12 This product contains a lithium ion battery. In case of fire, you 

may use water, a foam extinguisher, Halon, CO

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, ABC dry chemical, 

powdered graphite, copper powder or soda (sodium carbonate) 

to extinguish the fire. Once the fire is extinguished, douse the 

product with water, an aqueous-based extinguishing agent, or other 

nonalcoholic liquids to cool the product and prevent the battery from 

re-igniting. NEVER attempt to pick up or move a hot, smoking, or 

burning product, as you may be injured.