Mercedes-Benz Citan 2015 Operating Instructions Manual page 179

as the alternator may otherwise be dam-
aged.
you have first removed the negative termi-
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nal and then the positive terminal. Never
mix up the terminal clamps. The vehicle's
electronics system may otherwise be dam-
aged.
The battery and the cover of the positive ter-
minal clamp must be fitted securely during
operation.
Observe the safety notes and protective meas-
ures when handling the battery.
WARNING
Fire, naked flames and smoking are
therefore prohibited when working
on the battery. Avoid creating
sparks.
Battery acid is caustic. Avoid contact
with the skin, eyes or clothing.
Wear suitable protective clothing, in
particular gloves, an apron and a
face mask.
Immediately rinse acid splashes off
with clean water. Consult a doctor if
necessary.
Wear eye protection.
Keep children at a safe distance.
Observe these Operating Instruc-
tions.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends that you only use batteries which have
been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz
for your vehicle. These batteries offer increased
protection against leakage, protecting the vehi-
cle passengers against burns should there be
damage to a battery in the event of an accident.
In order for the vehicle battery to achieve the
maximum possible service life, it must always be
sufficiently charged.
Like other batteries, the vehicle battery may
discharge over time if you do not use the vehicle.
In such cases, have the battery disconnected at
a qualified specialist workshop. You can also
charge the battery with a charger recommended
by Mercedes-Benz. For more information,
please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Have the battery charge checked more fre-
quently if you use the vehicle mainly for short
trips or if you leave it standing idle for a lengthy
period. Consult a qualified specialist workshop
if you wish to leave your vehicle parked up for a
long period of time.
i When you park the vehicle, remove the key
if you do not require any electrical consum-
ers. The vehicle will then use very little energy,
thus conserving battery power.
i After an interruption of the power supply,
e.g. the battery was discharged, you have to:
set the clock
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enter the radio code
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Charging the battery
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WARNING
If the ECO start/stop function is activated,
the engine can be started unintentionally, e.g.
by accidentally depressing the clutch pedal. If
work is being carried out on the engine under
these circumstances, there is a risk of injury
from moving engine parts.
Deactivate the ECO start/stop function
before work is carried out on the engine.
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WARNING
During charging and jump-starting, explosive
gases can escape from the battery. There is a
risk of an explosion.
Particularly avoid fire, naked flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Ensure there is sufficient
ventilation while charging and jump-starting.
Do not lean over a battery.
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WARNING
Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing.
Do not breathe in any battery gases. Do not
lean over the battery. Keep the batteries out
of the reach of children. Immediately rinse off
Battery
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