OPERATION TROUBLES AND ACTIONS DISCHARGED BATTERY 3 q It is dangerous to charge a battery when mounted on a machine. Make sure that it is dismounted before charging. q When checking or handling the battery, stop the engine and turn the starting switch key to the OFF position. q The battery generates hydrogen gas, so there is a haz- ard of explosion. Do not bring lighted cigarettes near the battery, or do anything that will cause sparks. q Battery electrolyte is dilute sulphuric acid, and it will attack your clothes and skin. If it gets on your clothes or on your skin, immediately wash it off with a large amount of water.
If it gets in your eyes, wash it out with fresh water and consult a doctor. q When handling batteries, always wear protective gog- gles and rubber gloves. q When removing the battery, first disconnect the cable from the ground (normally the negative (-) terminal). When installing, install the positive (+) terminal first. If a tool touches the positive terminal and the chassis, there is danger that it will cause a spark, so be extremely careful. q If the terminals are loose, there is danger that the defective contact may generate sparks that will cause an explosion. Terminals should be connected firmly.
q When removing or installing the terminals, check which is the positive (+) terminal and which is the neg- ative (-) terminal. Battery Removal and Installation 3 q Before removing the battery, remove the ground cable (normally connected to the negative (-) terminal). If any tool touches between the positive terminal and the chassis, there is a hazard of sparks being generated. q When installing the battery, connect the ground cable last. q When replacing the battery, secure it with battery fitting. Tightening torque:Tightening battery terminal: 9.8 to 14.7 N·m (1 to 1.5 kgf·m) 3-125 WARNING