Cupra BORN, Owner'S Manual

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High-voltage battery
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High voltage warning lettering
Fig. 66 Warning lettering.
Fig. 67 High-voltage battery warning
lettering.
Warning lettering on the vehicle
The following parts of the vehicle can be
identified with the depicted warning lettering
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Fig. 66 ,
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Fig. 67 :
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Covers and lids behind which live high-volt-
age components are located.
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All the high-voltage components, including
the high-voltage battery.
• Under the front bonnet.
The warning lettering
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Fig. 66 and indi-
cate high electrical voltage.
The components of the high voltage system
can become very hot and should not be
touched
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Fig. 66 .
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Fig. 67
High voltage can cause serious injury or
even death. Never touch the battery poles
with bare fingers, tools, jewellery or other
metal objects.
The high-voltage battery contains hazard-
ous liquid and solid substances. Emitted
gases can cause severe burns and blind-
ness. Suitable eye protection and protec-
tive clothing must always be worn when
working on the high voltage battery to
prevent battery fluid coming into contact
with the skin and eyes. If the battery fluid
comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
the affected areas should be rinsed with
clean running water for at least 15 minutes,
and then a doctor should be consulted im-
mediately.
The high-voltage battery may burn. The
high-voltage battery should never be ex-
posed to fire, sparks or naked flame. The
high voltage battery must always be han-
dled with care to avoid damage and fluid
leakages.
The high-voltage battery should always be
kept out of the reach of children.
You will find further information and warn-
ings in the usage instructions and work-
shop documentation.
Incorrect handling of the high-voltage
battery can cause serious injuries or death.
Never disassemble the high voltage bat-
tery or remove its cover.