Warnings and safety measures for handling lead -acid batteries
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- - Read and follow all instructions regarding the battery that are contained in this Repair Manual and in the Owner's Manual.
- - Danger from acid burns:
- When working with electrolyte always wear eye protection and rubber gloves.
- Never tip a battery on edge. Electrolyte can spill from the ventilation openings.
- - Keep open flames and sparks away and DO NOT smoke near batteries!
- Avoid sparks when working with cables and electrical units.
- Avoid short circuits.
- - Wear eye protection.
- - Keep children away from acid and batteries.
- - Disposal:
- Waste batteries must only be disposed of in appropriate waste disposal sites. Refer to local regulations pertaining to battery disposal.
- - Never dispose of old batteries in household waste!
- - Danger of explosion:
- A highly explosive gas is produced when charging batteries.