SAFETY Battery Hazard Prevention Danger of Battery Exploding When charging the battery, flammable hydrogen gas is generated from the poles. If the gas ignites, it may explode and cause serious injury or fire. DO NOT use or charge a battery if the electrolyte is below the LOWER LEVEL mark. Check the electrolyte level periodically and add distilled water only to the UPPER LEVEL mark, when required. DO NOT smoke or use any flame close to the battery. Remove the battery from the machine and take it to a well- ventilated area. Remove the battery caps. Connect the charger positive (+) cable first then the negative (-) cable last to the battery posts. Start charging the battery.
After charging the battery, unplug the charger and remove the cables. Replace and tighten the battery caps securely. Danger of Dilute Sulfuric Acid Battery electrolyte includes dilute sulfuric acid. If dilute sulfuric acid gets on your skin or in your eyes, you may suffer serious injury. Always do the following when handling batteries. ALWAYS wear safety glasses and rubber gloves. If battery electrolyte gets into your eyes: Immediately wash your eyes with a large amount of fresh water for at least 15 minutes. Be sure to wash behind your eyelids. Get immediate medical attention. If battery electrolyte gets on your skin or clothes: Immediately wash it off with a large amount of water.
Do not use any alkaline fluid as a neutralizer. If you suffer any chemical burn, get immediate medical attention. Danger of Sparks If sparks are generated, they may fly and cause serious personal injury. DO NOT short-circuit the battery terminals through contact with metal objects, such as tools across the terminals. DO NOT leave tools lying around. When disconnecting the battery terminals, wait approximately one minute after turning the ignition switch off. Always disconnect the negative (-) battery cable first then the positive (+) battery cable last . On completion of work, reconnect the positive (+) cable first then the negative (-) cable last .
Secure the battery firmly in the specified position. 1-40 WA380-6