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Original instructions

Battery charger

Table of contents

Before you begin…

Intended use

The device is intended for charging 12 Volt recharge-
able lead-acid batteries. Maintenance-free lead-acid
batteries (MF batteries) can be charged, but the
charging process must be monitored.
The product must only be used within the stated limits
for voltage and power.
The device may not be connected to other energy
distribution (e.g. the public power supply) and energy
generation systems (e.g. generators).
This product is not intended for commercial use. Gen-
erally acknowledged accident prevention regulations
and enclosed safety instructions must be observed.
Only perform work described in these instructions for
use. Any other use is improper. The manufacturer will
not assume responsibility for damage resulting from
such use.

What are the meanings of the symbols used?

Danger notices and information are clearly marked
throughout these instructions for use. The following
symbols are used:

These symbols identify the required personal protec-
tion equipment:

For your safety

General safety instructions

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To operate this device safely, the user must have
read and understood these instructions for use
before using the device for the first time.

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Observe all safety instructions! Failure to do so
may cause harm to you and others.

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Retain all instructions for use, and safety instruc-
tions for future reference.

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If you sell or pass the device on, you must also
hand over these operating instructions.

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The device must only be used when it functions
properly. If the product or part of the product is
defective, it must be taken out of operation and
disposed of correctly.

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Never use the device in a room where there is a
danger of explosion or in the vicinity of flammable
liquids or gases.

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Always ensure that a device which has been
switched off cannot be restarted unintentionally.

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Do not use devices with an on/off switch that does
not function correctly.

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Keep children away from the device! Keep the
device out of the way of children and other unau-
thorised persons.

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Do not overload the device. Do not use the device
for purposes for which it is not intended.

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Make sure to always wear the required personal
protective equipment.

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Exercise caution and only work when in good con-
dition: If you are tired, ill, if you have ingested
alcohol, medication or illegal drugs, do not use the
device, as you are not in a condition to use it
safely.

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This product is not intended to be used by per-
sons (including children) or who are limited in their
physical, sensory or mental capacities or who lack
experience and/or knowledge of the product
unless they are supervised, or have been
instructed on how to use the product, by a person
responsible for their safety.

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Ensure that children are not able to play with the
device.

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Always comply with all applicable domestic and
international safety, health, and working regula-
tions.

Electrical safety

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The device may only be connected to a socket
that is correctly installed and grounded.

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The fuse must be a residual current circuit-
breaker with a measured residual current of no
more than 30 mA.

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Make sure that the power supply corresponds
with the connection specifications of the device
before it is connected.

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