Warning notes and safety regulations for hydrocyanic acid batteries
- Fire, sparks, naked flames and smoking are forbidden:
- Avoid sparking when using cables and electrical devices
- Avoid short circuits.
- In batteries with central venting, there is an increased detonating gas concentration. The vent hose should not be bent or blocked by dirt.
- Wear eye protection
- Keep children away from acids and batteries.
- Danger of causticization:
- Battery acid is highly caustic, therefore wear protective gloves.
- Do not tip battery, acid can emerge from the venting opening.
NOTE: First aid: Rinse acid splashes to the eyes immediately with clear water for a few minutes. Consult a doctor immediately. Neutralise acid splashes to the skin or clothing immediately with soap suds and rinse again with plenty of water. If acid has been drunk unintentionally, consult a doctor immediately. - Observe information on the battery, in the Technical Manual and in the Driver's Manual.
- Danger of explosion:
- A highly explosive detonating gas mixture occurs when charging batteries.
- Disposal:
- Hand in old batteries at a collection point.
- Never dispose of old batteries in the domestic rubbish!