
8.3 Battery
Battery Maintenance
Keep the battery clean in service and lightly coat terminals with petroleum jelly or
battery terminal lubricant to prevent corrosion. Do not over tighten terminal connections.
The battery case can be cleaned with a solution of baking soda in water, which will help
neutralize any acid residue.
CAUTION: When cleaning a battery, temporarily close off the vent hole to prevent
any cleaning solution from contacting the acid inside the battery. For charging, the
vent hole must be open to allow release of explosive hydrogen gas.
Once a new battery has been filled with battery acid, use only distilled water to maintain
the normal level of electrolyte. In service, do not top up the level or the density of
electrolyte by adding acid.
Coat bolts, nuts, washers and wire terminals with petroleum jelly or acid-resistant battery
grease.
Use two wrenches for clamping or undoing the nuts to avoid breaking internal battery
connections.
Do not allow the battery to remain discharged for more than 24 hours. Prolonged
discharging will cause permanent sulfation of plates. A discharged battery will freeze
and crack if left exposed to sub-freezing temperatures.
WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which if spilled on skin will cause severe
burns. Avoid contact with clothing, skin, and especially eyes. Always protect hands
and protect eyes with shield or goggles when adding acid to a new battery, or when
topping up electrolyte.
Acid ANTIDOTE: External – flush with water. INTERNAL -- drink large quantities of
water followed by milk of magnesia, vegetable oil or beaten eggs. Call doctor
immediately.
WARNING: Batteries constantly produce explosive hydrogen gas, especially when
being charged. Keep cigarettes, open flame, and sparks away from the battery at all
times. Ventilate the area when charging a battery. Never attempt to test for battery
voltage by arcing a wire between the negative and positive posts.
CAUTION: If the battery is filled above the upper mark, some of the solution will
be forced out through the vent tube when the battery is charging. This will not only
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