Kia RIO 2005 General Information Manual page 9

GENERAL
BATTERY CAUTION LABEL DESCRIBTION
Keep lighted cigarettes
and all other flames or
sparks away from the
battery.
If any electrolyte gets into 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
until medical attention is received.
If electrolyte gets on your skin, throughly
wash the contacted area.
If you feel a pain or a burning sensation,
get medical attention immediately.
Wear eye protection
when charging or working
near a battery.
Always provide ventilation
when working in an
enclosed space.
When lifting a plastic-cased
battery, excesive pressure on
acid to leak resulting in personal
injury. Lift with a battery carrier
or with your hands on opposite
corners.
Never attempt to change the
battery when the battery
cables are connected.
The electrical ignition system
works with high voltage.
Never touch these components
with the engine running
or the ignition switched on.
Always read the following
instructions carefully
when handing a battery.
Keep batteries out of the
reach of children
because batteries
contain highly corrosive
SULFURIC ACID. Do not
allow battery acid to
contact your skin, eyes,
clothing or paint finish.
Hydrogen, which is a
highly combustible gas,
is always presents in battery
cells and may explode if
ignited.
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