Prevent Battery Explosions; Avoid Harmful Asbestos Dust - Hitachi EX27U Operator's Manual

PREVENT BATTERY EXPLOSIONS

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Battery gas can explode.
• Keep sparks, lighted matches, and flame away from
the top of battery.
• Never check battery charge by placing a metal object
across the posts. Use a voltmeter or hydrometer.
• Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode. Warm
the battery to 16 °C (60 °F) first.
• Do not continue to use or charge the battery when the
electrolyte level is lower than specified. Explosion of
the battery may result.
•
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. If the battery should
explode battery electrolyte may be splashed into eyes,
possibly resulting in blindness.
• Be sure to wear eye protection when checking
electrolyte specific gravity.

AVOID HARMFUL ASBESTOS DUST

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Inhaled asbestos fibers may cause lung cancer.
• Avoid breathing dust that may be generated when
handling components containing asbestos fibers.
• Components that may contain asbestos fibers are
some gaskets. The asbestos used in these compo-
nents is usually found in a resin or sealed in some way.
Normal handling is not hazardous as long as airborne
dust containing asbestos is not generated.
• Avoid creating dust. Never use compressed air for
cleaning. Avoid brushing or grinding asbestos con-
taining materials. When servicing, wear an approved
respirator. A special vacuum cleaner is recommended
to clean asbestos. If not available, wet the asbestos
containing materials with a mist of oil or water.
• Be sure to comply with all applicable rules and regula-
tions for the work place.
Follow all local environmental rules and regulations for
the disposal of asbestos.
• Keep bystanders away from the areas where asbestos
particles may be in the air.
SAFETY
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