Honda Goldwing GL1800 2019 Owner's Manual page 161

Battery
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free type
battery. You do not have to check the
battery electrolyte level or add distilled
water. Clean the battery terminals if they
become dirty or corroded.
Do not remove the battery cap seals. There
is no need to remove the cap when
charging.
NOTICE
Your battery is a maintenance-free type and can be
permanently damaged if the cap strip is removed.
This symbol on the battery means
that this product must not be
treated as household waste.
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can be harmful to
the environment and human health.
Always confirm local regulations for proper battery
disposal instruction.
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What to do in an emergency
If any of the following occur, immediately
see your doctor.
● Electrolyte splashes into your eyes:
Wash your eyes repeatedly with cool
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water for at least 15 minutes. Using
water under pressure can damage
your eyes.
●
Electrolyte splashes onto your skin:
Remove affected clothing and wash
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your skin thoroughly using water.
●
Electrolyte splashes into your mouth:
Rinse mouth thoroughly with water,
u
and do not swallow.
Maintenance Fundamentals
WARNING WARNING
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a face
shield, or have a skilled mechanic do
the battery servicing.
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