
General Safety
For models with engines
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General Safety
WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories con
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tain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. Failure
to do so may cause death or serious injury.
WARNING!
Charge the battery in a well ventilated area. Failure to
do so may result death or serious injury.
WARNING!
Disconnect the negative battery terminal cable before
performing any service to the 12-Volt electrical system. Failure to
do so may result in injury and/or electrical system damage.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to charge a frozen battery. Failure to do
so may result death or serious injury.
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 pallet dismantler. If the battery is not fully charged, excessive
vibration could reduce the overall service life of the battery.
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.