STK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 9/4/18 Page 5 of 14
BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Only trained and qualified personnel should perform maintenance or repairs of the STK or the battery.
In normal operation the STK battery does not require handling or maintenance.
WARNING:
The battery contains sulfuric acid that can cause blindness and severe burns. Avoid
contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
WARNING:
Battery fumes are flammable and explosive. Avoid exposing the battery to sparks and
flames. Sparks can be created near the battery when handling battery cables or jumper cables.
WARNING
: The battery, posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
WARNING:
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when handling the battery. Shield
entire face, especially your eyes, wear rubber gloves and a rubber apron to reduce the risk of acid
burns. Battery caps must be tightly in place if the battery has removable caps.
First Aid Measures from Material Safety Data Sheet, for sulfuric acid: ScienceLab.com
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Eye Contact:
Check for and remove contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately.
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Skin Contact
: Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used.
Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention
immediately.
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Serious Skin Contact:
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-
bacterial cream. Seek immediate medical attention.
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Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.
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Serious Inhalation
: Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing
such as a collar, tie, belt, or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is
not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention
WARNING:
It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when
the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive.
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Ingestion:
DO NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. Get medical attention immediately.
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Serious ingestion
: Not available. Get medical attention immediately.
Emergency & Medical Contacts:
USA & CANADA
: Emergency dial
911
USA & CANADA
: American Association of Poison Control Centers:
1-800-222-1222
Outside the USA & Canada (fill in the appropriate number)
National Emergency number:_______________
Poison Control Center:____________________
Other:_________________________________
