MULTIQUIP WhisperWatt DCA45SSKU, Operation And Parts Manual

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DCa45ssk/ku3 60 hz generaTor • operaTion anD parTs manual — rev. #0 (12/15/11) — page 11
safety infOrMatiOn
BaTTerY saFeTY
Danger
„
Do noT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
„
Do noT
expose the battery to open fl ames,
sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gases and liquids come into contact with a
fl ame or spark, an explosion could occur.
Warning
„
alWaYs wear safety glasses when handling
the battery to avoid eye irritation. The battery
contains acids that can cause injury to the
eyes and skin.
„
Use well-insulated gloves when picking up the battery.
„
alWaYs keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged, combustible gas will build up.
„
alWaYs
recharge the battery in a well-ventilated
environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration
of combustible gasses.
„
If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with clothing or skin , rinse skin or clothing
immediately with plenty of water.
„ If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with
eyes
, rinse eyes immediately with plenty
of water and contact the nearest doctor or hospital to
seek medical attention.
CauTion
„
alWaYs disconnect the negaTive battery terminal
before performing service on the generator.
„
alWaYs
keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.
environmenTal saFeTY
NOTICE
„
Dispose of hazardous waste properly.
Examples of potentially hazardous waste
are used motor oil, fuel and fuel fi lters.
„
Do noT
use food or plastic containers to
dispose of hazardous waste.
„
Do noT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground,
down a drain or into any water source.