24. SERVICE PROCEDURE 24.4.5 CHECK LEVEL OF BATTERY ELECTROLYTE Carry out this check before operating the machine. ¤ WARNING To avoid gas explosions, do not bring fire or sparks near the battery. Battery electrolyte is dangerous. If it gets in your eyes or on your skin, wash it off with large amounts of water, and consult a doctor. 1. Open the battery cover. 2. Remove cap 1 and check that the battery electrolyte is up to the UPPER LEVEL line. If the level is low, add distilled water. Do not add water above the UPPER LEVEL line. This may cause leakage of the electrolyte, which may cause fire. If the battery electrolyte has spilled, have dilute sulphuric acid added. 3.
When adding distilled water to any cell at cap 1 , add distilled water also to the other cells. 4. Clean the air hole in the battery cap, then tighten the cap securely. Wipe the top surface of the battery with a damp cloth to keep it clean. NOTICE When adding distilled water in cold weather, add it before starting operations in the morning to prevent the electrolyte from freezing. 3-51