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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
Where to safely charge the 12-volt battery
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Always charge the 12-volt battery in an open area. Do not charge the 12-volt bat-
tery in a garage or closed room where there is insufficient ventilation.
How to recharge the 12-volt battery
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Only perform a slow charge (5 A or less). The 12-volt battery may explode if
charged at a quicker rate.
Emergency measures regarding electrolyte
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If electrolyte gets in your eyes
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Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immediate medi-
cal attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while
traveling to the nearest medical facility.
If electrolyte gets on your skin
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Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or burning, get medical atten-
tion immediately.
If electrolyte gets on your clothes
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It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the clothing and
follow the procedure above if necessary.
If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
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Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Get emergency medical attention imme-
diately.
NOTICE
When recharging the 12-volt battery
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Never recharge the 12-volt battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
When adding distilled water
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Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during 12-volt battery recharging may cause corro-
sion.
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