Honda ES6500 Owner's Manual page 41

Charging:
The battery is rated at 14AH (ampere-hour). 10% of the ampere-hour
rating should be used as the charging current. A battery charger
should be used that can be adjusted to deliver 1.4 amps.
The battery gives off explosive gasses; keep sparks, flames and
cigarettes away from the battery while charging. Provide adequate
ventilation when charging.
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The battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Contact with skin or
eyes may cause severe burns. Wear protective clothing and a face
shield.
-If electrolyte gets on your skin, flush with water.
-If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with water for at least 15
minutes and call a physician immediately.
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Electrolyte is poisonous.
-If swallowed, drink large quantities of water or milk and follow
with milk of magnesia or vegetable oil and call a physician.
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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
1. Remove the battery cell caps.
2.Connect the battery charger following the manufacturer's
instructions.
3.Charge the battery 3-4 hours.
4.After the battery is charged, inspect the electrolyte level in each of
the cells. Add distilled water as necessary.
5.Install the battery caps.
6.Clean the outside of the battery and the battery tray compartment
with a solution of baking soda and water.
Installation:
1. Install the battery in the generator.
2.lnstall the positive (+) cable to the battery positive (-I) terminal;
then install the negative (-) cable to the battery negative (-1
terminal.
3.lnstall the battery set plate.
4.Close and latch the battery cover.
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