TO REDUCE THE RISK OF 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, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood the eye with cold run- ning 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 a
2.9NEVER charge a frozen battery.
2.10NEVER overcharge a battery.
3.PREPARING TO CHARGE
3.1If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle to charge it, al- ways remove the grounded terminal first. Make sure all of the accessories in the vehicle are off, to prevent arcing.
3.2Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the battery is being charged.
3.3Clean the battery terminals before charging the battery. During cleaning, keep airborne corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes, nose and mouth. Use baking soda and water to neutralize battery acid and help
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