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PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Make sure that someone is within range of your voice to
come to your aid if needed while you work with or are near
a lead-acid battery.
Wear complete eye and clothing protection when working
with lead-acid batteries.
Avoid touching your eyes while working with a battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby for use in case
battery acid contacts your eyes, skin or clothing. If this
happens, wash immediately with soap and water then get
medical attention.
Never smoke or allow an open spark or flame in the vicinity
of the battery or engine. Batteries generate explosive
gases.
Take care not to drop any metal tool or object onto the
battery. This may result in a spark or short circuit across
the battery or another electrical device that may cause an
explosion.
Remove all personal metal items, such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces and watches from your body while working with a
lead-acid battery. A battery can produce a short circuit
current high enough to weld such objects to metal, causing
a severe burn.
Never attempt to charge a frozen battery.
Never overcharge a battery.
Always operate the battery charger in an open, well-
ventilated area.
