24. SERVICE PROCEDURE 24.5.2 CHECK LEVEL OF BATTERY ELECTROLYTE 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. Carry out this check before operating the machine. 1. Open the battery box cover on the right side of the machine. 2. Remove caps a , and check that the electrolyte is at the specified level (10 to 12 mm (0.40 tot 0.47 in) above the plates). If the electro- lyte level is low, add distilled water to the specified level. If the battery electrolyte is spilled, have dilute sulphuric acid added. 3.
Clean the air hole in the battery caps, then tighten the caps securely. When adding distilled water in cold weather, add it before starting operations in the morning to prevent the electrolyte from freezing. PC450-ENG 3-55