Skoda roomster Owner's Manual page 222

WARNING (continued)
Melting of lead struts, explosion and burning of the battery, jets of
acid spurting out.
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It is prohibited to work with a naked flame and light, to smoke or
to carry out any activities which produce sparks. Avoid creating
sparks when working with cables and electrical devices. Strong
sparking represents a risk of injury.
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Before carrying out any work on the electrical system, switch
off the engine, the ignition as well as all electrical components and
disconnect the negative cable (-) on the battery. If you wish to
replace a bulb it is sufficient to switch off the appropriate light.
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Never charge a frozen or thawed battery - risk of explosion and
caustic burns! Replace a frozen battery.
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Never use a battery which is damaged - risk of explosion! Imme-
diately replace a damaged battery.
Caution
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You must only disconnect the battery if the ignition is switched off,
otherwise the electrical system (electronic components) of the vehicle
may be damaged. When disconnecting the battery from the electrical
system of the vehicle, first disconnect the negative terminal (-) of the
battery. Then disconnect the positive terminal (+).
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When reconnecting the battery, first connect the positive terminal (+)
and only then the negative terminal (-) of the battery. You must on no
account connect the cables wrongly - risk of a cable fire.
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Ensure that battery acid does not come into contact with the vehicle
body otherwise damage could occur to the paintwork.
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Do not place the battery in direct daylight in order to protect the battery
housing from the effects of ultra-violet light.
Using the system Safety
A removed battery is a special type of waste which is harmful to the envi-
ronment - we recommend that you contact your Škoda Service Partner
regarding disposing of the battery.
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reconnecting the battery", also after connecting the battery.
Battery with a charge level indicator, the so-called
magic eye*
There is a so-called magic eye
The "magic eye" changes its colour in line with the charge state of and
electrolyte level in the battery.
Driving Tips General Maintenance
For the sake of the environment
Note
Please also refer to the guidelines ⇒ page 223, "Disconnecting and
⇒ fig. 161
Breakdown assistance
Inspecting and Replenishing
Fig. 161 Battery with a
charge level indicator
located on the top of the battery.
Technical Data
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