Battery Hazards - JLG 1850SJ Operation And Safety Manual

Battery Hazards

• Always disconnect batteries when servicing electrical compo-
nents or when performing welding on the machine.
• Do not allow smoking, open flame, or sparks near battery dur-
ing charging or servicing.
• Do not contact tools or other metal objects across the battery
terminals.
• Always wear hand, eye, and face protection when servicing
batteries. Ensure that battery acid does not come in contact
with skin or clothing.
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BATTERY FLUID IS HIGHLY CORROSIVE. AVOID CONTACT WITH SKIN AND
CLOTHING AT ALL TIMES. IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY CONTACTED AREA WITH
CLEAN WATER AND SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION.
• Charge batteries only in a well ventilated area.
• Avoid overfilling the battery fluid level. Add distilled water to
batteries only after the batteries are fully charged.
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