jcb JS300 Service Manual page 652

Battery
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WARNING
Batteries give off an explosive gas. Do not smoke
when handling or working on the battery. Keep the
battery away from sparks and flames.
Battery electrolyte contains sulphuric acid. It can burn
you if it touches your skin or eyes. Wear personal
protective equipment (PPE). Handle the battery
carefully to prevent spillage. Keep metallic items
(watches, rings, zips etc) away from the battery
terminals. Such items could short the terminals and
burn you.
Set all switches to OFF before disconnecting and
connecting the battery. When disconnecting the
battery, take off the earth (-) lead first.
Re-charge the battery away from the machine, in a well
ventilated area. Switch the charging circuit off before
connecting or disconnecting the battery. When you
have installed the battery in the machine, wait five
minutes before connecting it up.
When reconnecting, fit the positive (+) lead first.
5-3-4-12_2
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CAUTION
Do not disconnect the battery while the engine is
running, otherwise the electrical circuits may be
damaged.
INT-3-1-14
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WARNING
Electrical Circuits
Understand the electrical circuit before connecting or
disconnecting an electrical component. A wrong
connection can cause injury and/or damage.
INT-3-1-4
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DANGER
Electrolyte
Battery electrolyte is toxic and corrosive. Do not
breathe the gases given off by the battery. Keep the
electrolyte away from your clothes, skin, mouth and
eyes. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
INT-3-2-1_4
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Routine Maintenance Procedures
T3-061
Damaged or spent batteries and any residue from fires
or spillage should be put in a closed acid proof
receptacle and must be disposed of in accordance
with local environmental waste regulations.
INT-3-1-12
Batteries give off explosive gases. Keep flames and
sparks away from the battery. Do not smoke close to
the battery. Make sure there is good ventilation in
closed areas where batteries are being used or
charged. Do not check the battery charge by shorting
the terminals with metal; use an approved battery
tester.
INT-3-1-8_2
9813/5100-1
Section C - Electrics
Battery Maintenance
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CAUTION
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WARNING
Battery Gases
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