Hyundai ELANTRA 2006 Owner's Manual page 242

o If battery fluid is on your skin, flush
the affected areas with water for at
least 15 minutes and then seek
medical assistance.
o If battery fluid is in your eyes, rinse
out your eyes with water and get
medical assistance as soon as
possible. While you are being driven
to get medical assistance, continue
to rinse your eyes by using a
sponge or soft cloth saturated with
water.
o If you swallow battery fluid, drink a
large quantity of water or milk fol-
lowed by milk of magnesia, eat a
raw egg or drink vegetable oil. Get
medical assistance as soon as pos-
sible.
While batteries are being charged
(either by a battery charger or by the
vehicle's generator), they produce
explosive gases. Always observe
these warnings to prevent injuries from
occurring:
o Charge batteries only in a well ven-
tilated area.
o Do not permit flames, sparks or
smoking in the area.
o Keep children away from the area.
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Checking the Battery
Keep the battery clean. Any evidence
of corrosion around the battery posts
or terminals should be removed using
a solution of household baking soda
and warm water. After the battery ter-
minals are dry, cover them with a light
coating of grease.
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WARNING:
Always read the following
instructions carefully when
handling a battery.
Keep lighted cigarettes and
all other flames or sparks
away from the battery.
Hydrogen, which is a highly
combustible gas, is always
present in battery cells and
may explode if ignited.
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Keep batteries out of the
reach of children because
batteries contain highly cor-
rosive SULFURIC ACID. Do
not allow battery acid to
contact your skin, eyes,
clothing or paint finish.
If any electrolyte gets into
your eyes, flush your eyes
with clean water for at least
15 minutes and get imme-
diate medical attention. If
possible, continue to apply
water with a sponge or
cloth until medical atten-
tion is received.
If electrolyte gets on your
skin, thoroughly wash the
contacted area.
If you feel a pain or a burn-
ing sensation, get medical
attention immediately.
Wear eye protection when
charging or working near a
battery.
Always provide ventilation
when working in an en-
closed space.