Mercedes-Benz EQA 2022, Owner'S Manual

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Battery (vehicle)
Notes on the 12 V battery
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WARNING Risk of explosion due to elec-
trostatic charge
Electrostatic charge can ignite the highly
explosive gas mixture in the battery.
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To discharge any electrostatic charge
that may have built up, touch the metal
vehicle body before handling the battery.
The highly flammable gas mixture is created while
the battery is charging and during starting assis-
tance.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends
that you only use batteries which have been tes-
ted and approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-
Benz.
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WARNING Danger of chemical burns from
the battery acid
Battery acid is caustic.
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Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or
clothing.
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Do not lean over the battery.
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Do not inhale battery gases.
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Keep children away from the battery.
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Immediately rinse battery acid off thor-
oughly with plenty of clean water and
seek medical attention immediately.
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ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental
damage due to improper disposal of bat-
teries
Batteries contain pollutants. It is
illegal to dispose of them with the household
rubbish.
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Dispose of batteries in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Take discharged batteries to a qualified
specialist workshop or to a collection
point for used batteries.
If you have to disconnect the 12 V battery, con-
tact a qualified specialist workshop.
Comply with safety notes and take protective
measures when handling batteries.
Risk of explosion.
Fire, naked flames and smoking are
prohibited when handling the battery.
Avoid creating sparks.
Electrolyte or battery acid is corrosive.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or
clothing. Wear suitable protective
clothing, in particular gloves, an apron
and a face mask. Immediately rinse
electrolyte or acid splashes off with
clean water. Consult a doctor if neces-
sary.
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