Batteries - checking and correcting fluid level - AP54.10-P-5410SX
MODEL 216, 221.0/1 with lead acid battery
| Remove/install | |||
| Risk of explosion caused by escaping oxyhydrogen gas. Risk of injury caused by caustic burns to eyes, skin and mucous membranes from battery electrolyte (contains diluted sulfuric acid) or metal spatter due to short circuit. Risk of burn injuries caused by short circuit. Risk of poisoning caused by swallowing battery electrolyte (contains diluted sulfuric acid) or absorption of lead over the skin or orifices | No fire, sparks, open flames or smoking. Wear acid-resistant gloves and clothing and safety glasses with side guards. Do not place any conductive objects on the battery and avoid any short circuit from battery positive to ground. Only fill liquid battery electrolyte (diluted sulfuric acid) into suitable and appropriately marked containers. |
AS54.10-Z-0001-01A | |
| Notes on battery | AH54.10-P-0001-01A | ||
| 1 | Open engine hood and raise to vertical position | ||
| 2 | Unscrew nut (1a) and remove retaining clip (1) | ||
| 3 | Remove stop plugs (2) from battery cells of starter battery (G1/4) | ||
| Checking | |||
| 4 | Check fluid level in cells of starter battery (G1/4); correct if necessary | Only distilled water may be used for topping up the battery. |
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| 5 | Install in the reverse order |