Maeda CC423S-1, Operation Manual

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8.3 WHEN BATTERY HAS DISCHARGED
8.3.1 BATTERY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
• Charging with the battery mounted on the vehicle is dangerous. Be sure to remove it before
charging.
• Before inspecting or handling the battery, be sure to stop the engine, and turn the starter
switch key to the OFF position.
• The battery produces hydrogen gas, which may cause an explosion hazard. Do not let
sources of fire such as cigarettes near the battery or do anything which may cause sparks.
• The battery fluid is diluted sulfuric acid, which
corrodes clothes and skin.
Should the battery fluid come into contact with your
clothes or skin, wash the affected area immediately
with plenty of water.
Should it get into your eye, wash your eye
immediately with clean water and consult a physician.
• Wear goggles and rubber gloves when handling the
battery.
• When removing, disconnect the cable at the ground
side (normally ( − ) terminal) first. To reinstall, connect
the (+) terminal first.
Take care, as objects such as tools coming between
(+) terminal and the machine body will cause sparks,
presenting danger.
• Slackened battery terminals can cause sparks due to
poor contacts, presenting an explosion hazard.
Fix securely when connecting the terminals.
• Be sure not to confuse between the (+) terminal and
the ( − ) terminal when removing or installing the
battery cables.