SAFETY Prevent Battery Explosions Battery gas can explode. Keep sparks, lighted matches, and flame away from the top of battery. Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across the posts. Use a voltmeter or hydrometer. Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode. Warm the battery to 16 °C (60 °F) first. Do not continue to use or charge the battery when electrolyte level is lower than specified. Explosion of the battery may result. Loose terminals may produce sparks. Securely tighten SA-032 all terminals. Connect terminals to the correct electrical poles. Failure to do so may cause damage to the electrical parts or fire. Battery electrolyte is poisonous.
If the battery should explode, battery electrolyte may be splashed into eyes, possibly resulting in blindness. Be sure to wear eye protection when checking electrolyte specific gravity. Service Air Conditioning System Safely If spilled onto skin, refrigerant may cause a cold contact burn. Refer to the instructions described on the container for proper use when handling the refrigerant. Use a recovery and recycling system to avoid leaking refrigerant into the atmosphere. Never touch the refrigerant. SA-405 S-34