Harbor Freight Tools 03418 User Manual

BATTERY

®

CHARGER/STARTER

Model 03418

ASSEMBLY and OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form
without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools .

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Save This Manual

You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly instructions,
operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep your invoice with this
manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep the manual and
invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.

Basic Safety Warnings and Precautions

WARNING: When using Charger, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.

Read all instructions before using this Charger!

1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.

2. Observe work area conditions. Do not use Charger in damp or wet locations. Don’t

expose to rain. Keep work area well lighted. Do not use Charger in the presence of
flammable gases or liquids.

3. Keep children away. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let

them handle the Charger.

4. Store idle equipment. When not in use, Charger must be stored in a dry location to

inhibit rust. Always lock up Charger and keep out of reach of children.

5. Use the right tool for the job. Do not attempt to force a small Charger to do the work

of a larger industrial Charger. There are certain applications for which this Charger
was designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was
intended. Do not modify this Charger and do not use this Charger for a purpose for
which it was not intended.

6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in

moving parts. Protective, electrically nonconductive clothes and nonskid footwear are
recommended when working. Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.

7. Use eye protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles.

8. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or

across running machines.

9. Maintain Charger with care. Keep Charger clean for better and safer performance.

Inspect tool cords periodically, and if damaged, have them repaired by a qualified
technician. The clamps must be kept clean, dry, and free from oil and grease at all
times.

REV 12/05

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10. Disconnect power. Unplug charger when not in use.

11. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate the Charger

when you are tired.

12. Check for damaged parts. Before using any tool, any part that appears damaged

should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment and binding of moving parts; any broken parts
or mounting fixtures; and any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician. Do
not use the tool if any switch does not turn On and Off properly.

13. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as

pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures.

14. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical

replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories
intended for use with this tool. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight
Tools.

15. Do not operate tool is under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning

labels if taking prescription medicine to determine if your judgement or reflexes are
impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the Charger.

16. Use proper size and type extension cord. If an extension cord is required, it must be

of the proper size and type to supply the correct current to the tool without heating up.
Otherwise, the extension cord could melt and catch fire, or cause electrical damage to
the tool. This tool requires use of an extension cord of 0 to 10 amps capability (up to
50 feet), with wire size rated at 18 AWG. Longer extension cords require larger size
wire. If you are using the tool outdoors, use an extension cord rated for outdoor use
(signified by “WA” on the jacket).

Note: More on extension cords on page 6.

20. Maintenance. For your safety, maintenance should be performed regularly by a

qualified technician.

Note: Performance of this tool (if powered by line voltage) may vary depending on

variations in local line voltage. Extension cord usage may also affect tool performance.
Warning: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual

cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood
by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into
this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

Unpacking

When unpacking, check to make sure the parts listed on page 11 are included. If any parts
are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this
manual as soon as possible.

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Battery Charger Specific Warnings

Read all of the warnings below before operation. A failure to read and follow each of the
warnings may result in electric shock, causing serious injury or death.

Warning!! While charging, lead-acid batteries produce hydrogen gas which is extremely
flammable. They generate this gas during normal operation and, at a high level, during charging.

If any spark causes the gas to ignite, the battery could explode, sending out shrapnel-like
pieces of battery casing and extremely caustic battery acids in every direction, with extreme
force and speed. Even the slightest spark will suffice to ignite hydrogen gas. Pay strict
attention to, and follow all of the warnings, each time you use the battery charger.

1. Only use this charger indoors on dry, flat, stable surfaces. Any contact with water will
create an electric shock hazard resulting in serious injury or death. Never expose the
battery or charger to wet conditions. Do not stand in water or have wet hands when
contacting the battery or the charger. For water avoidance, locate all non-wheeled
chargers at least 18” off of the floor.

2. If charging a marine battery, do not charge on a boat or near the water. Do not charge
on a pier or a dock. The boat must be indoors, on a trailer, or you should remove the
battery from the boat and take it indoors. For marine charging, do not connect the
charger cables to the battery in the bilge or engine compartment of the boat. Follow the
boat manufacturer’s battery charging guidelines.

3. If the charger has defective or damaged wires, power cord, plug, or clamps, do not plug
it in and operate it. Have any damaged or defective parts repaired by a qualified
technician.

4. Do not alter power cord, plug, or clamps.

5. If the charger has been dropped or suffered a sharp blow, do not use it until it has been
checked out by a qualified service technician.

6. Never attempt to disassemble the battery charger. When service is needed, go to a
qualified service technician.

7. When wiping down or cleaning the charger, make sure the unit is unplugged from the
power outlet and not connected to a battery.

8. When unplugging the unit, grasp the power plug, not the power cord.

9. Always operate the charger in a well ventilated area.

10. Never operate the charger in close proximity to fuel tanks or gas cylinders.

11. Do not smoke anywhere near the charger. Do not operate the charger near any open
flame or a heat source of any kind.

12. Do not permanently mount the battery charger to any vehicle or boat.

13. Never charge a frozen battery.

14. Never connect both charger clamps to the same post.

15. Do not allow the two output battery clamps to come in contact with each other.

16. Unless the manufacturer’s directions state otherwise, always charge the battery with
the cell caps on.

17. Always unplug the battery charger before connecting or disconnecting battery clamps
from a battery.

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