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Maintenance
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Electrical System
Battery
• Never charge battery when the fluid level is below "LOWER" level line.
Charging battery with insufficient fluid may shorten battery life or cause an
explosion.
• Battery fluid (diluted sulfic acid) is corrosive and causes severe burns. Be
extremeley cautious when handling battery fluid. If battery fluid is spilt on
clothes, immediately rinse with plenty of water. If spilt on skin or in an eye,
immediately rinse with plenty of water and promptly consult a physician.
• Explosion hazard. Keep open flame or spark away from battery. Hydrogen gas
generated during charging is extremely explosive.
• Always remove battery from machine before charging. Failure to do so causes
damage to electrical components and wiring.
• Always disconnect (-) terminal first, and connect (+) terminal first.
Disconnecting or connecting in the opposite order may cause a short circuit.
• When installing battery, make certain to connect (+) and (-) terminals to their
original positions. Avoid contact between terminals and other surrounding
parts.
• Use wet cloth to clean battery. Dry cloth may generate static electricity, which
may cause explosion.
• Always stop engine and remove ignition key when servicing electrical system.
• Never attempt to service electrical system with wet hands. Never touch
electrical terminals. There is a risk of electric shock.
