
Maintenance
Charging The Battery
Maintenance
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NOTICE:
When working with batteries, use extreme care to avoid spill
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ing or splashing electrolyte (dilute sulfuric acid) as it can destroy cloth
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ing and burn the skin.
CAUTION!
Do not overcharge the battery. Overcharging may reduce
the overall service life of the battery.
CAUTION!
Be sure the battery is fully charged before transporting the
sawmill. If the battery is not fully charged, excessive vibration could
reduce the overall service life of the battery.
1.
Turn the key to the OFF (0) position and remove the key.
2.
Remove the battery box lid.
3.
Clean the battery terminals, if necessary.
4.
Connect the positive charger/jumper cable directly to the positive battery terminal.
5.
Connect the negative charger/jumper cable to a grounded metal surface.
6.
Follow the instructions supplied with your specific battery charger.
IMPORTANT:
Be careful not to overcharge the battery, especially
when using a high-rate or “boost” charger (40 amps or higher). These
EMERGENCY TREATMENT FOR CONTACT WITH BATTERY COMPONENTS (LEAD/SUL
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FURIC ACID)
per SDS (Safety Data Sheet):
EYE CONTACT
Sulfuric Acid and Lead
: Flush eyes immediately with large amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes while lifting lids. Seek immediate medical atten
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tion if eyes have been exposed directly to acid.
SKIN CONTACT
Sulfuric Acid
: Flush affected area(s) with large amounts of water using del
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uge emergency shower, if available, shower for at least 15 minutes. Remove
contaminated clothing, including shoes. If symptoms persist, seek medical
attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Discard contaminated
shoes.
Lead:
Wash immediately with soap and water.
INGESTION
Sulfuric Acid:
Administer large amounts of water. Do NOT induce vomiting
or aspiration into the lungs may occur and can cause permanent injury or
death; consult physician.
INHALATION
Sulfuric Acid
: Remove to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Consult a physician.
Lead:
Remove from exposure, gargle, wash nose and lips; consult physician.