Hummer H3T User Manual page 12

To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these
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instructions and those published by battery
manufacturer and manufacturer of any
equipment you intend to use in vicinity of the
battery. Review cautionary marking on these
products and on engine.
11) Personal precautions.
Consider having someone close enough by to
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come to your aid when you work near a lead-
acid battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in
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case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
Wear complete eye protection and clothing
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protection. Avoid touching eyes while working
with battery.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash
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immediately with soap and water. If acid enters
eye, immediately flood eye with running cold
water for at least 10 minutes and get medical
attention immediately.
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame within
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the vicinity of battery or engine.
Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a
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metal tool onto battery. It might spark or short-
circuit battery or other electrical part that may
cause explosion.
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