WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A BATTERY EXPLOSION, FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND THOSE PUBLISHED BY THE BATTERY MANU- FACTURER AND THE MANUFACTURER OF ANY EQUIPMENT YOU INTEND TO USE IN THE VICINITY OF THE BATTERY. REVIEW THE CAUTIONARY MARKINGS ON THESE PRODUCTS AND ON THE ENGINE.
2.PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
2.1Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work near a
2.2Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts your skin, clothing or eyes.
2.3Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and pro- tective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
2.4If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with soap and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye with cold running water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away.
2.5NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery or engine.
2.6Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the bat- tery. It might spark or
2.7Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when working with a
2.8Use this charger for charging
2.9NEVER charge a frozen battery.
2.10NEVER overcharge a battery.
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