Star CAPELLA CP-2, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure.
Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers
BATTERY CHARGING AND MAINTENANCE (SAFETY)
Always obey the following warnings when working on or near batteries.
To prevent the risk of battery explosion, keep all flammable materials, open flames or
sparks away from the batteries.
Hydrogen gas is made as batteries are charged. Do not charge batteries without good
ventilation. A 4% concentration of hydrogen gas is explosive.
Make sure that the key switch is in the OFF position and all electrical accessories are off
before you start to work on the vehicle.
Turn off all accessories before disconnecting from the battery terminal.
Use safe procedures to move the batteries. Always lift the battery with a commercially
available battery lifting device.
Do not tilt the batteries during removal or installation. An electrolyte spill can cause
burns and damage.
The electrolyte in a storage battery is an acid solution which can cause burns to the skin
and eyes. Treat all electrolyte spills to the body and eyes with extended flushing with
clear water. Contact a physician immediately.
Always wear a safety shield or approved safety goggles when you add
water or charge the batteries.
Neutralize electrolyte spills with a solution of 2 teaspoons (10 ml) sodium bicarbonate
(baking soda) mixed in 1 quart (1 liter) of water. Clean with water.
If you fill the batteries with electrolyte above the maximum level, you can cause an elec-
trolyte spill during the charge cycle. An electrolyte spill can cause damage to the vehicle
and storage facility.
Be careful when you use aerosol containers near the battery terminals. Use a container
with insulation to prevent an explosion.
Use wrenches with insulation to decrease the risk of a short -circuit if a wrench falls
across the battery terminals. A battery short-circuit can cause an explosion.