Battery - Doosan DX140R Operation & Maintenance Manual

BATTERY

Battery Hazard Prevention
Battery electrolyte contains diluted sulfuric acid and batteries
generate hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is highly explosive, and
mistakes in handling them can cause serious injury or fire. To
prevent problems, always do the following:
• Do not smoke or bring any flame near the battery.
• When working with batteries, ALWAYS wear safety
glasses and rubber gloves.
• If you spill battery electrolyte on yourself or your clothes,
immediately flush the area with water.
• If battery electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush them
immediately with large quantities of water and see a doctor
at once.
• If you accidentally drink battery electrolyte, drink a large
quantity of water or milk, raw egg or vegetable oil. Call a
doctor or poison prevention center immediately.
• When cleaning the top surface of the battery, wipe it with a
clean, damp cloth. Never use gasoline, thinner, or any
other organic solvent or detergent.
• Tighten the battery caps securely.
• If the battery electrolyte is frozen, do not charge the battery
or start the engine with power from another source. There
is a danger that battery may catch fire.
• When charging the battery or starting with power from
another source, let the battery electrolyte melt and check
that there is no leakage of battery electrolyte before
starting the operation.
• Always remove battery from the machine before charging.
Safety
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