Battery Maintenance - Generac Power Systems G0065510 Owner's Manual

Battery Maintenance

DANGER
Electrocution. Do not wear jewelry while
working on this equipment. Doing so will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Explosion. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. Batteries
are explosive. Electrolyte solution can cause burns and
blindness. If electrolyte contacts skin or eyes, flush with water
and seek immediate medical attention.
WARNING
Explosion. Batteries emit explosive gases while charging.
Keep fire and spark away. Wear protective gear when
working with batteries. Failure to do so could result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
Electrical shock. Disconnect battery ground
terminal before working on battery or battery
wires. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING
Risk of burn. Do not open or mutilate batteries.
Batteries contain electrolyte solution which can
cause burns and blindness. If electrolyte contacts
skin or eyes, flush with water and seek immediate
medical attention.
WARNING
Environmental Hazard. Always recycle batteries at an
official recycling center in accordance with all local
laws and regulations. Failure to do so could result in
environmental damage, death or serious injury.
Always recycle batteries in accordance with local laws
and regulations. Contact your local solid waste collection
site or recycling facility to obtain information on local
recycling processes. For more information on battery
recycling, visit the Battery Council International website
at: http://batterycouncil.org
Owner's Manual for 60 Hz Air-Cooled Generators
Strictly observe the following precautions when working
on batteries:
•
Remove the 7.5 A fuse from the generator control
panel.
•
Disconnect the battery charger as directed in
Battery
•
Use tools with insulated handles.
(000188)
•
Wear rubber gloves and boots.
•
Do not place tools or metallic objects on top of the
battery.
•
Disconnect the charging source prior to connecting
or disconnecting battery terminals.
•
Wear full eye protection and protective clothing.
(000162)
•
If electrolyte contacts the skin, wash it off immediately
with water.
•
If electrolyte contacts the eyes, immediately
thoroughly flush with water and seek medical
attention.
•
Wash down spilled electrolyte with an acid
(000137a)
neutralizing agent. A common practice is to use a
solution of 1 lb (454 g) bicarbonate of soda to 1 gal
(3.8 L) of water. Add bicarbonate of soda solution
until the evidence of reaction (foaming) has
ceased. Flush the resulting liquid with water and
dry the area completely.
(000164)
•
DO NOT smoke near the battery.
•
DO NOT cause flame or spark in the battery area.
•
Discharge static electricity from the body before
touching the battery by first touching a grounded
metal surface.
The battery should be regularly inspected per the
(000138a)
Service Schedule. Contact an IASD for assistance if
necessary.
Proceed as follows to inspect the battery:
1. Press the OFF mode button to shut down the
generator, then lift the lid and remove the front
panel.
2. Remove the 7.5 A fuse from the control panel.
(000163a)
3. Remove the intake side panel. (See
Panel
4. See
for tightness and corrosion. Tighten and clean as
necessary.
(000228)
Maintenance.
Removal.)
Figure 4-8. Inspect battery posts and cables
Maintenance
Intake Side
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