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Battery safety labels

Fig 1: Battery Safety Label
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Battery safety labels

CAUTION: 1 - Keep open flames and sparks away and DO NOT smoke near batteries!.
  • Avoid sparks when working with cables and electrical units.
  • Always reinstall battery positive (B+) or negative (erminal covers if removed during servicing

2 - Always wear eye protection when working with electrolyte!

  • If electrolyte gets into eyes, flush with large quantities of water. Seek medical attention immediately!

3 - Keep children away from batteries!

4 - Dispose of batteries properly!

  • Waste batteries must only be disposed of in appropriate waste disposal sites. Refer to local regulations pertaining to battery disposal.

5 - Never dispose of batteries in household waste!

6 - Danger of explosion!

  • Batteries produce explosive gasses while being charged.
  • Keep open flames and sparks away and DO NOT smoke near batteries.
  • The battery charger MUST be turned off when connecting or disconnecting the cables at the battery.
  • Battery cell caps must NOT be removed while charging.
  • Ensure that battery is charged in a well ventilated area.
  • Avoid short circuits. Always reinstall battery positive (B+) or negative (erminal covers if removed during servicing.

7 - Read and follow all instructions on battery, contained in this article, and in Owners Manual!

8 - Battery acid can cause severe burns!

  • When working with electrolyte always wear eye protection, rubber gloves and a suitable apron. If electrolyte is spilled on eyes, skin, clothing (or painted surfaces), flush at once with large quantities of water.
  • Never tip a battery on edge. Electrolyte can spill from the ventilation openings.