INTRODUCTION
General battery safety
Always wear eye protection when you work with batteries.
Do not create sparks or have open flame near a battery.
Ventilate the area when you charge a battery or use a battery in an enclosed area.
Disconnect the negative (-) terminal first and reconnect the negative (-) terminal last.
When you weld on the machine, disconnect both terminals of the battery.
Do not weld, grind, or smoke near a battery.
When you use auxiliary batteries or connect jumper cables to start the engine, use the procedure shown in the oper-
ator’s manual. Do not short across terminals.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when you store and handle batteries.
Battery post, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. This
is a California Proposition 65 warning.
Battery acid causes burns. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Antidote (ex-
ternal): Flush with water. Antidote (eyes): flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention immediately.
Antidote (internal): Drink large quantities of water or milk. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immedi-
ately.
Keep out of reach of children and other unauthorized persons.
Operator presence system
Your machine is equipped with an operator presence system to prevent the use of some features while the operator
is not in the operator’s seat.
Never disconnect or bypass the operator presence system.
If the operator presence system is inoperable, then it must be repaired.
Reflectors and warning lights
You must use flashing amber warning lights when you operate equipment on public roads.
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