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FIGURE 4._
BATTERY INFORMATION
A.
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Battery acid must be handled with great care
as it will blister the skin and damage clothing.
It is advisable to wear goggles, rubber gloves,
and a protective apron when working with it.
B. If for any reason acid should be spattered in
the eyes, wash it out immediately with clean
cold water. Seek medical aid if discomfort con¬
tinues.
C. If acid gets on clothes, dilute it with clean
water first, then neutralize with dilute ammonia
water or a water solution of baking soda.
D. Since battery acid is corrosive to metals, do
not pour into any sink or drain. Rinse empty
electrolyte containers and mutilate before
discarding.
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BATTERIES CONTAIN SULFURIC
ACID AND MAY CONTAIN EXPLO¬
SIVE GASES (when electrolyte has
been added).
A. Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes away.
B. Hydrogen gas is generated during charging
and discharging.
C. Ventilate when charging or using in enclosed
space.
D. When
using a charger—to avoid sparks,
NEVER connect or disconnect charger clips to
battery while charger is turned on.
E. Always shield eyes and protect skin and
clothing when working near batteries.
ACTIVATING THE BATTERY
NOTE
If your battery is activated (elec¬
trolyte in the battery) and installed
in the unit, go directly to step 9.
1. Place the battery to be filled on a workbench.
Never activate a battery in the unit.
2. Remove the fill caps from all cells.
3. Fill each cell carefully using 1.265 specific
gravity electrolyte. Fill each cell to the top of
the separators. Do not overfill.
4.
5.
Let the battery sit for 20 minutes to allow the
chemical reaction to take place.
Charge the battery at a MAXIMUM RATE OF 5
AMPS until the specific gravity reads 1.265.
Use a hydrometer to check the specific gravi¬
ty.
CAUTION
An excessive rate of charge will
damage the battery.
6. Check the level of electrolyte. Adjust level to
bottom of split ring if necessary with elec¬
trolyte.
7. Replace fill caps.
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