Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon Operator's Manual page 314

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ARNING Danger of chemical burns from
the battery acid
Battery acid is caustic.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or
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clothing.
Do not lean over the battery.
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Do not inhale battery gases.
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Keep children away from the battery.
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Immediately rinse battery acid o thor-
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oughly with plenty of clean water and
seek medical attention immediately.
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ENVIRONMENT ENVIR ONMENTAL NO AL NOTE TE Environmental
damage due to improper disposal of bat-
teries
Batteries contain pollutants. It is
illegal to dispose of them with the household
rubbish.
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Dispose of batteries in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Take discharged batteries to a quali ed
specialist workshop or to a collection
point for used batteries.
If you have to disconnect the 12 V battery, con-
tact a quali ed specialist workshop.
Comply with safety notes and take protective
measures when handling batteries.
Risk of explosion.
Fire, open ames and smoking are
prohibited when handling the battery.
Avoid creating sparks.
Electrolyte or battery acid is corrosive.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or
clothing. Wear suitable protective
clothing, in particular gloves, an apron
and a face mask. Immediately rinse
electrolyte or acid splashes o with
clean water. Consult a doctor if neces-
sary.
Wear safety glasses.
Keep children away.
Observe this Operator's Manual.
Observe the following if you do not intend to use
the vehicle over an extended period of time:
Activate standby mode.
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Alternatively: connect the battery to a battery
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charger approved by Mercedes-Benz or con-
sult a quali ed specialist workshop to discon-
nect the battery.