Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG Owner's Manual With Assembly Instructions page 25

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Charging
Only An Adult Can Charge And Recharge The Battery!
WARNING!
· PREVENT FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK:
- Use the only rechargeable battery and charger supplied with your vehicle. NEVER
substitute the battery or the charger with another brand. Using another battery or charger
may cause a fire or explosion.
- Do not use the battery or charger for any other product. Overheating, fire or explosion
could occur.
- NEVER modify the electric system. Tampering with the electric system may cause a
shock, fire or explosion or may permanently damage system.
- Do not allow direct contact between battery terminals. Fire or explosion can occur.
- Do not allow any type of liquid on the battery or its components.
- Explosive gases are created during charging. Do not charge near heat or flammable
materials. Charger the battery in a well-ventilated area ONLY.
- NEVER pick up the battery by the wires or charger. Damage can occur to the battery and
may cause a fire. Pick up the battery by the case ONLY.
- Charge the battery in a dry area ONLY.
· Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
· Do not open the battery. Battery contains lead acid and other materials that
are toxic and corrosive.
· Do not open the charger. Exposed wiring and circuitry inside case may cause
electric shock.
· Only adults may handle or charge the battery. NEVER allow child to handle or
charge the battery. Battery is heavy and contains lead acid. (electrolyte).
· Do not drop the battery. Permanent damage to the battery could occur or
cause serious injury.
· Before charging the battery, check for wear or damage to the battery, charger,
its supply cord and the connectors. DO NOT charge the battery if any damage
to parts has occurred.
· Do not allow the battery to drain completely. Recharge the battery after each
use or once a month if not used regularly.
· Do not charge the battery upside down.
· Always secure the battery with the bracket. Battery can fall out and injure a
child if vehicle tips over.
· The POWER SWITCH must be turned in OFF position when charging.
· Before the first use, you should charge the battery for 10-12 hours. Do
not recharge the battery for more than 12 hours to avoid overheating the
charger.
· When the vehicle begins to run slowly, recharge the battery.
· After each use or once a month minimum recharge time as 8 to 12 hours,
less than 20 hours at most.