PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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5. Place the battery on a level sur-
face, and then check the electro-
lyte level in the battery.
NOTE:
The electrolyte should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
6. If the electrolyte is at or below the
minimum level mark, add distilled
water to raise the electrolyte to the
maximum level mark.
WARNING
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Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
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EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
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INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
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EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
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Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
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KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
CAUTION:
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Use only distilled water, as tap water
contains minerals that are harmful
to the battery.
7. Place the battery in the battery
compartment, and then hook the
battery band onto the holder.
8. Connect the breather hose to the
battery and make sure that it is
properly routed.
1. Battery
2. Negative battery lead
3. Positive battery lead (red)
4. Battery breather hose
5. Battery band
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1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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