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Precautions for Handling Batteries
If electrolyte spills on your skin and/or clothes,
immediately flush the skin and/or clothes with water and
then wash further with soap.
If splashed in eyes, flush with water for approximately 15
minutes and seek immediate medical attention.
Avoid using fire hazards such as matches lighters and
tobacco near the batteries. Do not allow sparks to fly.
Check or service the battery only after stopping the
engine, turning the key OFF and removing the battery
caps.
Contact with the battery immediately after operation may
cause personal injury.
Wait for the battery to cool.
When the battery is recharged, inflammable hydrogen
gas is created. Remove the battery from the base
machine. Recharge the battery after removing the caps in
a well ventilated area.
When disconnecting the battery terminals, first
disconnect the battery minus (-) side terminal. When
connecting the battery terminals, connect the battery
minus (-) side terminal last. If a piece of metal, such as
a tool comes in contact with the battery plus (+) side
terminal and the vehicle frame when both terminals
are connected, the electrical system may short-circuit,
possibly creating a dangerous situation.
If a new battery is used along with an old battery, the
service life of the new battery may be shortened. Replace
two batteries at one time. Using old battery together with
new battery may shorten the new battery life time.
Loose terminal may allow sparks to fly. Securely tighten
the terminals.
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