BATTERY ELECTROLYTE
Open the hood, and check the battery electrolyte level.
The electrolyte level must be kept between the UPPER and LOWER limit marks.
lfthe electrolyte level is near the LOWER mark, remove the batteryfillercaps and
carefully add distilled water to each cell until the liquid reaches the upper limit
line (see page 61).
LOWER LIMIT
UPPER LIMIT
w Batteries produce explosive gases. Flames or sparks can cause
an explosion, causing serious injury or blindness. Keep flames and sparks
away and provide adequate ventilation when charging.
l CHEMICAL HAZARD: Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. Con-
tact with eyes or skin, even through clothing, may cause severe burns.
Wear a faceshield and protective clothing.
ANTIDOTE: If electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush thoroughly with
warm water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician immediately.
l POISON: Electrolyte is poison.
ANTIDOTE
- External: Flush thoroughly with water.
- Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia or vegetable oil, and call a physician
immediately.
. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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