Toyota Paseo 1998 Manual page 180

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NOTICE
Do not overfill the cells. Excess elec-
trolyte could squirt out of the battery
during heavy charging, causing corro-
sion or damage.
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Battery recharging precautions
During recharging, the battery is pro-
ducing hydrogen gas.
Therefore, before recharging:
1. Maintenance type batteries—Remove
the vent plugs.
2. If recharging with the battery installed
on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect
the ground cable.
3. Be sure the power switch on the re-
charger is off when connecting the
charger cables to the battery and when
disconnecting them.
CAUTION
"
Always charge the battery in an un-
confined area. Do not charge the
battery in a garage or closed room
where there is not sufficient ventila-
tion.
"
Non- maintenance batteries: Only do
a slow charge (5A or less). Charg-
ing at a quicker rate is dangerous.
The battery may explode, causing
personal injuries.
Maintenance type batteries: Be sure
to remove the vent plugs before re-
charging.
'98 TERCEL (U)
NOTICE
Never recharge the battery while the
engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.