Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2023, Operator'S Manual

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Leave the danger zone immediately.
Secure the danger area at a sufficient
distance.
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Call the fire service.
Observe the notes on charging the high-voltage
battery (
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page 230).
Risk of explosion.
Fire, open flames and smoking are pro-
hibited when you are handling the battery.
Avoid creating sparks.
Electrolyte or battery acid is corrosive.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or cloth-
ing. Wear suitable protective clothing,
especially gloves, an apron and a safety
mask. Immediately rinse electrolyte or
acid splashes off with clean water. Consult
a doctor immediately.
Wear safety glasses.
Keep children away.
Observe this Operator's Manual.
Notes on starting assistance and charging the 12
V battery
Vehicles with a lithium-ion battery
When charging the battery and during starting
assistance, always use the jump-start connection
point in the engine compartment.
* NOTE Damage to the battery due to over-
voltage
When charging using a battery charger without
a maximum charging voltage, the battery or
the on-board electronics may be damaged.
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Only use battery chargers with a maxi-
mum charging voltage of 14.8 V.
All other vehicles
When charging the battery and during starting
assistance, always use the jump-start connection
point in the engine compartment.
* NOTE Damage to the battery due to over-
voltage
When charging using a battery charger without
a maximum charging voltage, the battery or
the on-board electronics may be damaged.
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Only use battery chargers with a maxi-
mum charging voltage of 14.8 V.
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WARNING Risk of explosion due to the
ignition of hydrogen gas
If there is a short circuit or sparks are created,
there is a danger of hydrogen gas igniting
when you charge the battery.
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Make sure that the POSITIVE terminal of
a connected battery does not come into
contact with vehicle parts.
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Never place metal objects or tools on a
battery.
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