KNEGT UTVolt, Operator'S Manual

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Service Battery
WARNING
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Help prevent serious injury or death from an electrical shock or
electrocution. This utility vehicle is equipped with a 72 volt electrical system which is
capable of passing high voltage electrical current. Always use extreme caution when
servicing the battery set in this vehicle.
• Explosive mixtures of hydrogen gas are present within battery cells. DO NOT service
or charge vehicle batteries in an area where open flames, sparks, cigarettes, or any other
source
of combustion are present.
• Only trained technicians or owners that have knowledge and experience with electrical
maintenance should repair or service this vehicle.
• Use extreme caution when using tools, wires or metal objects near batteries. A short
circuit and/or spark could cause an explosion. Wrap tools with vinyl tape to prevent
shorting
out of batteries.
• Remove all jewelry (watches, rings, bracelets, etc.) befo re servicing the electrical
system or batteries.
• Make sure the work area is well ventila ted if it is necessary to operate or charge the
vehicle in an enclosed area.
• Always wear approved eye protection while servicing the vehicle. Wear a full face
shield, rubber gloves and rubber apron when servicing the batteries.
• Replace worn, damaged, o r broken parts immediately.
• Battery electrolyte is poisonous and causes severe burns. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes, or clothing.
ANTIDOTES:
• EXTERNAL: Flush with water for at least 20 minutes. Call a physician immediately.
• INTERNAL: Drink large quant ities of milk or water. Follow with Milk of Magnesia or
vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.
• EYES: Flush with water for at least 20 minutes and get prompt m edical attention.
• DO NOT touch battery terminals, connectors, or wires that are not insu lated.
• Always refer to the Battery Position/Connection diagram before and during battery
installation and making the electrical connections.
• Battery connections a re both marked and color coded. Always verify that the RED
boots cover the POSITIVE (+) battery terminals and wire terminal are on the battery
POSITIVE (B+) terminal. Always verify that the BLACK boots cover the NEGATIVE (-)
battery terminals and wire terminal are on the battery NEGATIVE (B-) terminal. Failure to
properly connect battery wiring could cause batteries to short circuit and or spark(s)
that could cause an explosion.
• DO NOT install the battery set POSITIVE (B+) cable and wire onto the battery number
one positive terminal until all other battery cable connections have been completed.