Suzuki XL7 2007 Service Manual page 895

Battery Description and Operation
WARNING
!
Batteries produce explosive gases, contain corrosive acid, and supply levels of electrical current high
enough to cause burns. Therefore, to reduce the risk of personal injury when working near a battery:
• Always shield your eyes and avoid leaning over the battery whenever possible.
• Do not expose the battery to open flames or sparks.
• Do not allow the battery electrolyte to contact the eyes or the skin. Flush immediately and
thoroughly any contacted areas with water and get medical help.
• Follow each step of the jump starting procedure in order.
• Treat both the booster and the discharged batteries carefully when using the jumper cables.
NOTE
Because of the materials used in the manufacture of automotive lead-acid batteries, dealers and
service shops that handle them are subject to various regulations issued by OSHA, EPA, DOT, and
various state or local agencies. Other regulations may also apply in other locations. Always know and
follow these regulations when handling batteries.
Batteries that are no longer wanted must be disposed of by an approved battery recycler and must never be thrown in
the trash or sent to a landfill.
Batteries that are not part of the vehicle itself, not the battery under the hood, must only be transported on public
streets for business purposes via approved hazardous material transportation procedures.
Battery storage, charging, and testing facilities in repair shops must meet various requirements for ventilation, safety
equipment, material segregation, etc.
The maintenance-free battery is standard. There are no vent plugs in the cover. The battery is completely sealed
except for 2 small vent holes in the side. These vent holes allow the small amount of gas that is produced in the
battery to escape.
The battery has 3 functions as a major source of energy:
• Engine cranking
• Voltage stabilizer
• Alternate source of energy with generator overload
General Description
Charging System: 1J-2