Sears 200.713201 owner manual Remove all personal metal items, Have plenty of fresh water and soap

protection when working with lead-

from your body, such as rings,

acid batteries.

bracelets, necklaces, and watches

• Be sure that someone is within range

while working with a lead-acid battery.

of your voice to come to your aid if

A battery can produce a short circuit

current high enough to weld a ring

needed while you work with or are near

a lead-acid battery.

(or the like) to metal, causing a severe

• Have plenty of fresh water and soap

burn.

nearby for use in case battery acid

• Take care not to drop any metal tool or

contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing. If

metal object onto the battery. This may

this happens, wash immediately with

spark or short circuit the battery or

soap and water. Then get medical

another electrical device that may

attention.

cause an explosion.

• Avoid touching your eyes while

• Always operate your battery charger in

working with a battery. Acid particles

an open, well ventilated area.

(corrosion) may get into your eyes. If

• Never smoke or allow a spark or

this occurs, flush eyes immediately

flame in the vicinity of the battery or

with running cold water for at least 10

engine. Batteries generate explosive

minutes. Then immediately get medical

gases.

attention.

• Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly

with baking soda before attempting to

clean up.