Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching the eyes while working near battery.
General Safety
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Use only as intended for optimum performance and with less likelihood of a risk of injury
when used only at the rate for which it was designed.
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Inspect before every use; do not use if any parts or the wire coating are loose or damaged.
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Consult your automobile owner’s manual and follow all instructions.
Work Area Safety
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Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use cables in damp or wet locations or in the rain.
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Keep children, pets, and bystanders away while operating cables. Distractions can cause you
to lose control of the tool, injuring yourself or others. Protect others in the work area from
debris such as sparks. Provide barriers as needed.
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Store idle cables indoors. When not in use, cables should be stored indoors in dry and high or
locked-up places – out of reach of children.
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Do not abuse the cord. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
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Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. This tool may create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
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Make sure the work area is well ventilated. Never operate in an enclosed space.
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WARNING
Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It is
capable of producing a spark or short-circuiting the battery or other electrical parts and
causing an explosion.
Personal Safety
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WARNING!
First Aid Measures: Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or
burns.
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Skin: If battery acid comes in contact with skin, rinse immediately with water, then wash
thoroughly with soap and water. If redness, pain, or irritation occurs, seek immediate
medical attention.
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Eyes: If battery acid comes in contact with eyes, flush eyes immediately for a minimum of
15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.
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Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating booster cables.
Do not use cables while you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating cables may result in serious personal injury, shock, or
fire.
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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
