Kia Seltos 2019 Owner's Manual page 406

Maintenance
WARNING
Battery dangers
Always read the following instruc
tions carefully when handling a bat
tery.
Keep lighted cigarettes and all other
flames or sparks away from the
battery.
Hydrogen, a highly combustible gas,
is always present in battery cells
and may explode if ignited.
Keep batteries out of the reach of
children because batteries contain
highly corrosive SULFURIC ACID. Do
not allow battery acid to contact
your skin, eyes, clothing or paint fin
ish.
If any electrolyte gets into your
eyes, flush your eyes with clean
water for at least 15 minutes and
get immediate medical attention. If
electrolyte gets on your skin, thor
oughly wash the contacted area. If
you feel a pain or a burning sensa
tion, get medical attention immedi
ately.
Wear eye protection when charging
or working near a battery. Always
provide ventilation when working in
an enclosed space.
An inappropriately disposed battery
can be harmful to the environment
and human health. Dispose the bat
tery according to your local law(s) or
regulation.
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The battery contains lead. Do not
dispose of it after use. Please return
the battery to an authorized Kia
dealer to be recycled.
When lifting a plastic-cased bat
tery, excessive pressure on the
case may cause battery acid to
leak, resulting in personal injury.
Lift with a battery carrier or with
your hands on opposite corners.
Never attempt to recharge the
battery when the battery cables
are connected.
The electrical ignition system
works with high voltage. Never
touch these components with the
engine running or the ignition
switched on.
Failure to follow the above warnings
can result in serious bodily injury or
death.
CAUTION
If you use unauthorized electronic
devices, the battery may be dis
charged. Never use unauthorized
devices.
Battery