Hyundai HY3000CI User Manual page 8

3.46 BATTERIES (where present).
3.47
Batteries present a risk if they become damaged by the possible leaking of
electrolyte. This electrolyte is an acid and can cause serious burn injuries. Care should
be taken when working on or near them. NOTE the electrolyte may be in liquid or gel
form.
3.48
Should you come into contact with electrolyte you should;
3.49
Remove all clothing contaminated with electrolyte. If you cannot remove then saturate in
water.
3.50
Get medical assistance as soon as possible. You must advise the medical staff of the type
acid.
3.51
Lead/acid battery = dilute sulphuric acid.
3.52
Nickel/cadmium = potassium hydroxide alkali electrolyte.
3.53
Use fresh running water to wash off excess electrolyte, continue this until medical
assistance arrives. Make sure that you do not wash the electrolyte to another part of the
face or body.
3.54
If electrolyte comes into contact with eyes the electrolyte needs to be immediately
washed away with large amounts of water. Make sure that you do not wash the
electrolyte to another part of the face or body.
3.55
Gasses from charging batteries are highly flammable and great care should be taken to
charge in well ventilated areas.
3.56
There is an explosion risk if the battery terminals are short circuited, when connecting / dis-
connecting ALWAYS exercise great care so that the terminals or battery leads are NOT
allowed to touch and cause a spark. ALWAYS use suitable insulated tools.
3.57 VIBRATIONS (where applicable).
3.58
Prolonged use of hand held (operated) machines will cause the user to feel the effects
of/from vibrations. These vibrations can lead to white finger (Raynaud's phenomenon) or
carpal tunnel syndrome. This condition reduces the ability of the hand to feel and regulate
temperature, causing numbness and heat sensations and may cause nerve damage and
circulatory tissue death.
3.59
Not all factors that lead to white finger disease are known, but cold weather, smoking and
other diseases that affect blood vessels and blood circulation as well as large and long-
lasting impact of shocks are considered factors in the formation of white finger. Note the
following to reduce the risk the white finger and carpal tunnel syndrome:
3.60
Wear gloves and keep your hands warm.
3.61
Take regular breaks.
3.62
All of the above precautions may help reduce the risk of white finger disease but not rule
out carpal tunnel syndrome. Long-term and regular users are therefore recommended to
observe the condition of your hands and fingers. Seek medical attention immediately if any
of the above symptoms should occur.
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