
5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
5.1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS
WARNING! Explosive gases. When a battery is charged it can produce hydrogen gas, which is
explosive. Charging should be carried out in a well-ventilated area and away from sources of heat,
flames and sparks.
Indoor use only. This charger must not be used outside in rain or snow conditions.
Disconnect the mains cable. Before making or breaking the connection to the battery terminals,
remove the plug from the power supply.
Connect the charger carefully. Make sure the red clamp is attached to the battery positive
terminal. The black clamp attaches to the negative. Do not reverse the clamps or allow them to
touch each other.
Refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s information. Follow these instructions fully to make sure no
damage occurs to the vehicle or its equipment.
Do not cover the charger. Allow air to circulate around the charger to prevent over heating. The
charger is equipped with a time-lag fuse inside. Overheating will trip the fuse to prevent damage
and will not reset until sufficiently cooled.
Do not use the charger within the vehicle. Stand it on a firm, level surface to prevent damage to
the charger or vehicle.
Do not tamper with this product. Repairs and maintenance must be carried out by an authorised
service agent. Only use genuine Draper spare parts. Do not modify this product in any way.
Wear approved safety goggles (not safety glasses) and latex/nitrile gloves. Before charging a
maintenance-type battery, the electrolyte (battery acid) must be filled to the maximum marked
levels. Never use tap water. Distilled water or electrolyte must be used.
Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries. Only charge lead-acid batteries within the
voltage and amp-hour capacities of the charger.
Never attempt to charge a frozen battery.
Never attempt to charge a damaged or distorted battery.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Wear personal protective equipment (PPE). Batteries can contain hazardous materials so it is
important to ensure that adequate hand and eye protection is worn when charging batteries.
5.2 CONNECTION TO THE POWER SUPPLY
Make sure the power supply information on the machine’s rating plate is compatible with the power
supply you intend to connect it to.
This charger comes supplied with a UK standard three-pin plug fitted. It is designed for connection
to a domestic power supply rated at 230V AC.
Because it is constructed mostly of plastic parts, it is a Class 2 machine, meaning it is double
insulated and does not require an earth connection in the power supply.
Apart from replacing the fuse in the plug, no other electrical work is recommended.
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