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• The intended use for this product is to charge
a battery or a battery powered electrical
accessory (NiCd/NiMH, Lead-Acid, Lithium-Ion
or LiFePO4batteries) or to be used as a Power
Supply to power an electrical accessory. Please
see the marking on the product you have to
verify the type of product you have and read
the applicable instructions and technical
specifications included with this manual.
• This product may be used by unskilled opera-
tors, under the condition that these instructions
are followed.
• Unskilled operators may contact the supplier
or manufacturer for assistance, if needed, in
setting up, using or maintaining this product
and to report unexpected operation or events.
• This appliance can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above and persons with re-
duced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge if they
have been given supervision or instruction con-
cerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Do not allow
small children to handle this product while
unattended as cables may represent a risk for
strangulation and small parts may represent a
risk for inhalation or swallowing.
• Do not allow animals to come into contact
with this product. Some animals are known to
cause damage to cables etc which may be a
potential for risk of electric shock and excessive
temperatures. Also, cables and small parts may
represent a strangulation risk for the animal.
• If the product is equipped with a mains cord,
please check that the cord is not damaged. If
the cord is damaged, the product must not be
used until the cord is replaced. Replacement
should be carried out by qualified personnel.
• The mains socket outlet used should always
be easily accessible to facilitate immediate
removal of the products mains supply should
an operational error occur during use. If the
product has a detachable mains cord the
appliance coupler may be used as a disconnect
device.
• The product is “switched on” by inserting
the mains plug into the mains socket and “swit-
ched off” by disconnecting the mains plug from
the mains socket.
• The product may be connected to an IT type
mains supply.
• For use in U.S.A.:
- Be sure to use 125V 15A receptacle configu-
ration before plugging in.
- Use a UL817-standard compliant mains cord
(plug type NEMA 1-15, cord type SJT or SVT).
• For use outside U.S.A:
Use a mains cord compliant with the country
specific requirements.
• The time from powering this product until its
full function starts may exceed 15 seconds.
• Should an operational error or unexpected
change in the performance occur during
use; disconnect the product from the mains
immediately by disconnecting the mains plug
from the mains socket and contact the supplier
or manufacturer (see contact details on the
front of this document).
• When not in use please think about discon-
necting the product from the mains. This will
reduce the risk of hazards, reduce the products
environmental impact and save electricity
costs.
• To avoid overheating make sure there is
sufficient room for the circulation of air around
the product when in use. Do not cover it up.
• Even though this product complies with
relevant safety standards it should not be in
contact with human skin for long periods as
some people may get allergies or injuries from
long-term contact with moderate temperatures
and/or plastic materials.
• Prior to using this product with accessories
Cautions to observe prior to use
