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2. PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.
A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
2.1 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery or engine.
2.2 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 to
metal, causing a severe burn.
2.3 Be extra cautious, to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the
battery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical
part that may cause an explosion.
2.4 Do not permit the internal battery of the unit to freeze. Never charge a
frozen battery.
2.5 To prevent sparking, NEVER allow clamps to touch together or
contact the same piece of metal.
2.6 Consider having someone nearby to come to your aid when you work
near a lead-acid battery.
2.7 Have plenty of fresh water, soap and baking soda nearby for use, in
case battery acid contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing.
2.8 Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and
protective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
2.9 If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash
the area 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.
2.10 If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs
or water. DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
2.11 Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly with baking soda before attempting
to clean up.
WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS OR FIRE, FOLLOW
THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
2.12 DO NOT disassemble the unit; take it to a qualified service person
when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a
risk of fire or electric shock.
2.13 DO NOT crush, puncture, short external contacts or dispose of in fire or water.
2.14 DO NOT expose to temperatures above 140
°
F (60
°
C) or below -4˚F (-20˚ C).
2.15 Recycle or dispose of the used battery as required by local regulations.
2.16 If the electrolyte in the cells gets on your skin, wash thoroughly with
soap and water. If it gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with cool
water and seek immediate medical attention.
2.17 This product contains a lithium ion battery. In case of fire, you may
use water, a foam extinguisher, Halon, CO
2
, ABC dry chemical, powdered
graphite, copper powder or soda (sodium carbonate) to extinguish the fire.
Once the fire is extinguished, douse the product with water, an aqueous-
based extinguishing agent, or other nonalcoholic liquids to cool the product
and prevent the battery from re-igniting. NEVER attempt to pick up or
move a hot, smoking, or burning product, as you may be injured.