Dorel PACIFIC CYCLE KT1246, Owner'S Manual

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BATTERY WARNINGS
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Contact or exposure to battery leakage (lead acid) may
cause serious injury. If contact or exposure occurs
immediately call your physician. If the chemical is on the
skin or in the eyes, flush with cool water for 15 minutes.
If the chemical was swallowed, immediately give the
person water or milk. Do not give water or milk if the
patient is vomiting or has a decreased level of alertness.
Do not induce vomiting.
•
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds (acid), chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, reproductive harm
and are toxic and corrosive. Never open the battery.
• Tampering or modifying the electric circuit system may
cause a shock, fire or explosion and permanently
damage the system. Exposed wiring, circuitry in the
charger may cause electric shock. Always keep the
charger housing closed.
The following safety hazards may result in serious injury or death
to the user of the vehicle:
•
Use of a battery or charger other than the supplied
Pacific Cycle 12V rechargeable battery and charger may
cause a fire or explosion. Only use the supplied Pacific
Cycle 12V rechargeable battery and charger with the
vehicle.
•
Using the Pacific Cycle 12V rechargeable battery and
charger for any other product may result in overheating,
fire or explosion. Never use the 12V rechargeable
battery and charger with another product.
•
Explosive gases are created during charging. Charge the
battery in a well ventilated area. Do not charge the
battery near heat or flammable materials.
•
Contact between the positive and negative terminals
may result in fire or explosion. Avoid direct contact
between the terminals. Picking up the battery by the
wires or charger can cause damage to the battery and
may result in a fire. Always pick up the battery by it’s
case or handles.
•
Liquids on the battery may cause fire or electric shock.
Always keep all liquids away from the battery and keep
the battery dry.
WARNING!