Lexus rx350 2016 Owner's Manual page 582

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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
WARNING
Chemicals in the battery
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Battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce hydrogen gas
which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death or serious injury, take the
following precautions while working on or near the battery:
Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.
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Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.
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Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
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Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
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Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.
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Keep children away from the battery.
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Where to safely charge the battery
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Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the battery in a garage or
closed room where there is insufficient ventilation.
How to recharge the battery
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Only perform a slow charge (5 A or less). The 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 medical
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 attention
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 fol-
low 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 immedi-
ately.
When there is insufficient battery fluid
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Do not use if there is insufficient fluid in the battery. There is a possible danger that the
battery may explode.
NOTICE
When recharging the battery
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Never recharge the 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 battery recharging may cause corrosion.
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