Schumacher PS-1022M Manuel D’Utilisation

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1.11  To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by 

the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the 

vicinity of the battery. Review the cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.

1.12  This charger employs parts, such as switches and circuit breakers, that tend to produce 

arcs and sparks. If used in a garage, locate this charger 18 inches (46 cm) or more 

above floor level.

NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery or engine.

Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and 

watches when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce 

a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a 

severe burn.

Be extra cautious, to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might 

spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause an explosion.

Use this charger for charging LEAD-ACID batteries only. It is not intended to supply power 

to a low voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor application. Do not use 

this battery charger for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with home 

appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.

NEVER charge a frozen battery.

Consider having someone nearby to come to your aid when you work near a  

lead-acid battery.

Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby, in case battery acid contacts your skin, 

clothing or eyes.

Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and protective 

clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.

If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with soap and 

water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye with cold running water for at 

least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away.

2.10  If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs or water. DO NOT 

induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.

If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to 

charge it, always remove the grounded terminal first. Make sure all 

of the accessories in the vehicle are off to prevent arcing.

Be sure the area around the battery is well-ventilated while the battery is being charged.

Clean the battery terminals before charging the battery. During cleaning, keep airborne 

corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes, nose and mouth. Use baking soda 

and water to neutralize the battery acid and help eliminate airborne corrosion. Do not 

touch your eyes, nose or mouth.

Add distilled water to each cell until the battery acid reaches the level specified by the 

battery manufacturer. Do not overfill. For a battery without removable cell caps, such 

as valve regulated lead acid batteries (VRLA), carefully follow the manufacturer’s 

recharging instructions.

Read, understand and follow all instructions for the charger, battery, vehicle and any 

equipment used near the battery and charger. Study all of the battery manufacturer’s 

specific precautions while charging and recommended rates of charge.

Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner’s manual and 

make sure that the output voltage selector switch is set to the correct voltage. If the 

charger has an adjustable charge rate, charge the battery in the lowest rate first.

Make sure that the charger cable clips make tight connections.