Lexus ES 250 Owner's Manual page 399

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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
WARNING
Chemicals in the battery
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Batteries contain poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. To reduce the risk of death or
serious injury, take the following precau-
tions while working on or near the bat-
tery:
● Do not cause sparks by touching the
battery terminals with tools.
Do not smoke or light a match near the
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battery.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and
●
clothes.
● Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
● Wear protective safety glasses when
working near the battery.
Keep children away from the battery.
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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.
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.
Emergency measures regarding
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electrolyte
● If electrolyte gets in your eyes
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
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If
you feel pain or burning, get medical
attention immediately.
● If electrolyte gets on your clothes
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
Drink a large quantity of water or milk.
Get emergency medical attention
immediately.
NOTICE
When recharging the battery
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Never recharge the battery while the
engine is running. Also, be sure all acces-
sories are turned off.
When adding distilled water
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Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during
battery recharging may cause corrosion.
Adding the washer fluid
If any washer does not work or "Wind-
shield Washer Fluid Low" is shown on
the multi-information display, the
washer tank may be empty. Add
washer fluid.