MULTIQUIP WhisperWatt DCA45SSKU3 Operation And Parts Manual page 11

BaTTerY saFeTY
Danger
„ Do noT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
„ Do noT expose the battery to open fl ames,
sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gases and liquids come into contact with a
fl ame or spark, an explosion could occur.
Warning
„ alWaYs wear safety glasses when handling
the battery to avoid eye irritation. The battery
contains acids that can cause injury to the
eyes and skin.
„ Use well-insulated gloves when picking up the battery.
„ alWaYs keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged, combustible gas will build up.
„ alWaYs recharge the battery in a well-ventilated
environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration
of combustible gasses.
„ If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with clothing or skin, rinse skin or clothing
immediately with plenty of water.
„ If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with eyes, rinse eyes immediately with plenty
of water and contact the nearest doctor or hospital to
seek medical attention.
CauTion
„ alWaYs disconnect the negaTive battery terminal
before performing service on the generator.
„ alWaYs keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.
DCa45ssk/ku3 60 hz generaTor • operaTion anD parTs manual — rev. #0 (12/15/11) — page 11
safety infOrMatiOn
environmenTal saFeTY
NOTICE
„ Dispose of hazardous waste properly.
Examples of potentially hazardous waste
are used motor oil, fuel and fuel fi lters.
„ Do noT use food or plastic containers to
dispose of hazardous waste.
„ Do noT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground,
down a drain or into any water source.