Battery electrolyte level
Open the hood, and check the battery electrolyte level.
The electrolyte level must be kept between the UPPER and LOWER level
marks. If the electrolyte level is near the LOWER mark, remove the battery
filler caps and carefully add distilled water to each cell until the liquid
reaches the upper level line (see page 81).
LOWER LEVEL
m 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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