4. Battery electrolyte level check
Raise the rear body, remove the battery cover and check the electrolyte level
in each battery cell. Fill the battery with distilled water to the upper level line.
Never overfill the battery.
Any corrosion around the positive and negative terminals should be washed
off with a solution of baking soda and warm water. Dry the terminals and
retighten the terminal bolts if necessary, then coat the terminals with grease.
BATTERY COVER / y
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_ The battery gives off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and cigarettes
away. Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using batteries in an
enclosed space.
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The battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Contact ,with skin or eyes
may cause severe burns. Wear protective clothing and a face shield.
- If electrolyte gets on your skin, flush with water. 8
- If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with water for at least 15 minutes
and call a physician immgdiately.
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Electrolyte is poisonous.
- If swallowed, drink large quantities of water or miik and follow with milk
of magnesia or vegetable oil and call a physician.
. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
CAUTION:
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Use only distilled water in the battery. Tap water will shorten the service
life of the battery.
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Filling the battery abovi the UPPER LEVEL line may cause the electrolyte to
overflow, resulting in corrosion to engine or nearby parts. Immediately
wash off any spilled electrolyte.
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