Schumacher 71494 5SEARS - Manual (Page 5)

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IMPORTANT SAfETY INSTRUcTIONS 1.
SAvE ThESE INSTRUcTIONS
Risk of electric shock or fire.
Keep out of reach of children. 1.1
Keep the inverter well ventilated in order to properly disperse heat generated 1.2
while it is in use. Make sure there are several inches of clearance around the
top and sides and do not block the slots of the inverter.
Make sure the inverter is not close to any potential source of flammable
1.3
fumes, gases or clothing.
Do not place the inverter in areas such as battery compartments or engine
1.4
compartments where fumes or gases may accumulate.
Keep the inverter dry.
1.5
DO NOT allow the inverter to come into contact with rain or moisture. 1.6
DO NOT operate the inverter if you, the inverter, the device being operated 1.7
or any other surfaces that may come into contact with any power source are
wet. Water and many other liquids can conduct electricity, which may lead to
serious injury or death.
Do not place the inverter on or near heating vents, radiators or other sources
1.8
of heat or flammable materials.
Do not place the inverter in direct sunlight. The ideal air temperature for
1.9
operation is between 50° and 80°F.
Only connect the power inverter to a 12-volt accessory outlet. Do not attempt
1.10
to connect the inverter to any other power source, including an AC power
source. Connecting to a 6-volt or 16-volt battery will cause damage to
the inverter.
Make sure the AC plug connection is tight.
1.11
Do not modify the inverter in any way including cables, plugs or switches as it 1.12
may result in property damage or personal injury.
Incorrect operation of your inverter may result in damage and personal injury.
1.13
The inverter output is 110V AC and can shock or electrocute
the same as any ordinary household AC wall outlet.
Do not open – No user serviceable parts inside.
1.14
This device does not include an internal Ground Fault Circuit 1.15
Interrupter (GFCI).