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10. Checking battery
CAUTION
1) Battery electrolyte evaporates and hydrogen gas
comes out. Hydrogen gas is flammable. Never
smoke while handling battery. Keep all sparks and
open flames away from battery. If hydrogen gas
catches fire, battery will explode and cause serious
injury.
2) Use flashlight to check battery electrolyte level.
Never use open flame.
3) Make sure to disconnect battery ground cable before
servicing any part of electrical system.
4) To remove battery, disconnect the ground (negative)
cable first and disconnect positive cable. To install
battery, connect the positive cable first and connect
ground (negative) cable.
WARNING
Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is injurious and
poisonous. It is strong enough to burn skin, eat holes
in clothing, and cause blindness if it is splashed into
eyes.
To avoid the hazards:
(1) Filling battery in a well-ventilated area.
(2) Wearing eye protection and rubber gloves.
(3) Avoiding breathing fumes when electrolyte is added.
(4) Avoiding spilling or dripping electrolyte.
If you spill acid on yourself:
(1) Flush your skin with water.
(2) Apply baking soda or lime to help neutralize the
acid.
(3) Flush your eyes with clean water for 10 - 15 minutes
and get medical attention immediately.
(4) If acid is swallowed, get medical attention
immediately.
