BATTERY INFORMATION
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Battery acid must be handled with great care as contact with it can burn and blister the skin. It is also advisable to wear protective clothing (goggles, rubber gloves and apron) when work- ing with it..
B. Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or onto the face, rinse the affected
area immediately with clean cold water. If
there is any further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention.C.
If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean water, then neutralize with a solution of
ammonia/water or baking soda/water.
FIGURE 2.
FIGURE 3.
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Since battery acid is corrosive, do not pour it into any sink or drain. Before discarding empty
electrolyte containers, rinse :hem with a neutralizing solution.E.
NEVER connect or disconnect charger clips to battery while charger is turned on as it can
cause sparks.
F. Keep all lighted materials (cigarettes, match- es, lighters) away from the battery as the hydrogen gas generated during charging can be combustible.G.
As a further precaution, only charge the battery in a
.Always shield eyes, protect skin and clothing when working near batteries.
ACTIVATING AND INSTAlliNG THE BATTERY
1.Upon opening the battery pack, you should receive acid pack, battery, drain tube, filling adapter and i}9rdware.
WARNING;
BATTERIES CONTAIN SULFURIC ACID AND MAY CONTAIN EXPLO- SIVE GASES (when electrolyte has been added).
2.Place the battery on table or workbench to be filled.3.
Place one end of clear plastic drain tube
NOTE
Some batteries may already have the drain tube installed, in which case it may be necessary to snip off the sealed end.
4.Remove the six fill caps from the top of the
battery with a screwdriver. Care should be taken not to damage the fill caps. See figure 2.
5.Lay acid package down, with "push in" facing up. Using thumb, push in small perforated tab at dot on front of package. Tear down large tab to solid line, exposing hose. Do not use any sharp object to open acid package.
6.Pullout hose from package and hold upright. Squeeze hose forcing all acid back into package. Cut off tip of hose and insert filling~adapter.
See figure 3.
7.Fill each celt to upper level marked on front of battery. Replace fill caps on battery. See figure 3.
8.Allow battery to sit for 20 to 30 minutes. Add additional acid, if necessary, to bring it up to the proper level.