Battery Storage - Honda BF8D Manual

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Battery Storage

Battery handling differs according
to the type of the battery. Refer to
the battery manufacturer's
instructions.
Batteries produce explosive
gases: If ignited, an explosion
can cause serious injury or
blindness. Provide adequate
ventilation when charging.
CHEMICAL HAZARD: Battery
electrolyte contains sulfuric
acid. Contact with eyes or
skin, even through clothing,
may cause severe burns.
Wear a faceshield and
protective clothing.
Keep flames and sparks away,
and do not smoke in the area.
ANTIDOTE: If electrolyte gets
into your eyes, flush
thoroughly with warm water
for at least 15 minutes and
call a physician immediately.
POISON: Electrolyte is
poison.
ANTIDOTE
−
External: Flush thoroughly
with water.
− Internal: Drink large
quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of
magnesia or vegetable oil,
and call a physician
immediately.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.
STORAGE
( ) TERMINAL ＋
( ) TERMINAL −
RED
BLACK
1. Disconnect the battery cable at the
battery negative ( ) terminal, then −
＋
at the battery positive ( ) terminal.
2. Remove the battery and clean the
battery terminals and battery cable
terminals with a wire brush or sand
paper.
Clean the battery with a solution
of baking soda and warm water,
taking care not to get the solution
of water in the battery cells. Dry
the battery thoroughly.
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