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Risk of contact with battery acid. Battery acid
is a highly corrosive sulfuric acid.
Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you
2.6
work near a lead-acid battery.
have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts
2.7
your skin, clothing or eyes.
Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and pro-
2.8
tective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area
2.9
with soap and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye
with cold running water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention
right away.
Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys and other parts that may cause
2.10
injury.
Clean the battery terminals before using the jump starter. During cleaning,
2.11
keep airborne corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes, nose
and mouth. Use baking soda and water to neutralize the battery acid and
help eliminate airborne corrosion. Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth.
Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner’s
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manual and make sure that the output voltage of the jump starter is
correct.
Make sure that the jump starter cable clips make tight connections.
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