Barreto 13STKH Owner's Manual page 15

To check the electrolyte level and add water: Information from www.interstatebatteries.com
The battery supplied with the STK is sealed. Electrolyte level cannot be checked, water cannot be added.
If using a non-sealed battery: Information from www.interstatebatteries.com
It is particularly important to check electrolyte levels during hot weather.
• Pry removable vent caps off with a flat head screwdriver. You will see individual vent wells.
• Carefully look into each individual cell to make sure that the water is covering the lead plates.
• Add distilled water to any cells that are low on water. DO NOT OVER FILL, add water slowly,
add just enough water to cover the lead plates or to a fill line indicator if equipped.
• Re-install removable vent caps: make sure that they are fitted all the way in place.
DANGER: Keep your eye away from the battery while looking into a battery cell. Stay a safe distance
back and use a flashlight.
WARNING: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when handling the battery. Shield entire
face, especially your eyes, wear rubber gloves and a rubber apron to reduce the risk of acid burns. Battery
caps must be tightly in place if the battery has removable caps.
NOTICE: Only use distilled water, available at most grocery stores. Tap water and other drinking water
have impurities that will damage your battery.
To recharge the battery:
Read, understand and follow all safety and operating instructions from your battery charger. Make sure
that your battery charger is rated appropriately to charge the battery. If voltage and amperage can be
adjusted on your charger, make sure they are adjusted correctly to your battery. DO NOT over charge
your battery.
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