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Consider having someone close enough by to
come to your aid when you work near a lead-
acid battery.
•
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in
case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
•
Wear complete eye protection and clothing
protection. Avoid touching eyes while working
with battery.
•
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash
immediately with soap and water. If acid enters
eye, immediately flood eye with running cold
water for at least 10 minutes and get medical
attention immediately.
•
NEVER
smoke or allow a spark or flame within
the vicinity of battery or engine.
•
Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a
metal tool onto battery. It might spark or short-
circuit battery or other electrical part that may
cause explosion.
•
Remove personal metal items such as rings,
bracelets, necklaces, and watches when
working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid
battery can produce a short-circuit current
high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal,
causing a severe burn.
12)
When charging the internal battery, work in a
well-ventilated area and do not restrict
ventilation in any way.
