Battery - Porsche 911 GT3 Owner's Manual

Battery

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Warning!
Risk of short circuit and fire.
Observe all warning notes on the battery.
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Disconnect the battery during all work on the
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electrical system.
Do not lay tools or other metal objects on the
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battery as they could cause a short circuit
across the battery terminal.
Hydrogen gas generated by the battery
could cause an explosion, resulting in severe
personal injuries.
Do not expose the battery to an open flame,
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electrical spark or a lit cigarette.
Risk of severe personal injury and damage to
the fabric, metal or paint.
Wear eye protection.
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Do not allow battery acid to come in contact
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with your skin, eyes, fabric or painted surfac-
es.
If you get electrolyte, which is an acid, in your
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eyes or on your skin, immediately rinse with
cold water for several minutes and call a doc-
tor.
Spilled electrolyte must be rinsed off at once
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with a solution of baking soda and water to
neutralize the acid.
Battery posts, terminals and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Always protect your skin by washing thorough-
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ly with soap and water.
Charge state
A well charged battery will not only prevent start-
ing problems but will also last longer.
In order to avoid discharging the battery
unintentionally:
Curtail unnecessary power consumption, par-
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ticularly in city traffic or when travelling short
distances only.
Always remove the ignition key when leaving
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the car.
Practical Tips, Emergency Service