Chemicals In The Battery; Where To Safely Charge The Battery; Emergency Measures Regarding Electrolyte; When Disconnecting The Battery - Toyota INNOVA Owner's Manual

WARNING

Chemicals in the battery

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Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death
or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near the
battery:
Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.
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● Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.
● Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
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● Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.
Keep children away from the battery.
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Where to safely charge the battery

Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the battery in a
garage or closed room where there is insufficient ventilation.

Emergency measures regarding electrolyte

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● If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immedi-
ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or
cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.
If electrolyte gets on your skin
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Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or burning, get medical
attention immediately.
● If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the cloth-
ing and follow the procedure above if necessary.
If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
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Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Get emergency medical attention
immediately.
● When there is insufficient battery fluid
Do not use if there is insufficient fluid in the battery. There is a possible
danger that the battery may explode.
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When disconnecting the battery

Do not disconnect the negative (-) terminal on the body. The disconnected
negative (-) terminal may touch the positive (+) terminal, which may cause a
short and result in death or serious injury.
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