Battery Replacement - Generac Power Systems QT05030AVAN Owner's Manual

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Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen

gas. This gas can form an explosive mixture

around the battery for several hours after

charging. The slightest spark can ignite the

gas and cause an explosion. Such an explo-

sion can shatter the battery and cause blind-

ness or other injury. Any area that houses a

storage battery must be properly ventilated.

Do not allow smoking, open flame, sparks or

any spark producing tools or equipment near

the battery.

Battery electrolyte fluid is an extremely

caustic sulfuric acid solution that can cause

severe burns. Do not permit fluid to contact

eyes, skin, clothing, painted surfaces, etc.

Wear protective goggles, protective clothing

and gloves when handling a battery. If the

fluid is spilled, flush the affected area imme-

diately with clear water.

Do not use any jumper cables or booster

battery to crank and start the generator

engine. If the battery has completely dis-

charged, remove it from the generator for

recharging.

Be sure the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch is set

to the OFF position before connecting the

battery cables. If the switch is set to AUTO

or MANUAL, the generator can crank and

start as soon as the battery cables are con-

nected.

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Be sure the 120VAC power supply to the bat-

tery is turned OFF, or sparking may occur at

the battery posts as the cables are attached

and cause an explosion.

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