Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Operator's Manual page 332

330 Breakdown assistance
Comply with safety notes and take protective
measures when handling batteries.
Risk of explosion if the 12 V battery is
used improperly.
Fire, naked flames and smoking are pro-
hibited when handling the battery. Avoid
creating sparks.
Electrolyte or battery acid is corrosive.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or cloth-
ing. Wear suitable protective clothing, in
particular gloves, an apron and a face
mask. Immediately rinse electrolyte or
acid splashes off with clean water. Consult
a doctor immediately.
Do not place heavy objects on the surface
of the battery or use the battery to sup-
port a person in any way.
Wear safety glasses.
Keep children away.
Observe this Operator's Manual.
Observe the following if you do not intend to use
the vehicle over an extended period of time:
If available: activate standby mode
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( page 170).
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Alternatively: connect the battery to a battery
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charger approved by Mercedes-Benz or con-
sult a qualified specialist workshop to discon-
nect the battery.
Notes on starting assistance and charging the 12
V battery
When charging the battery and during starting
assistance, always use the jump-start connection
point in the engine compartment.
* NOTE Damage to the battery due to over-
voltage
When charging using a battery charger without
a maximum charging voltage, the battery or
the on-board electronics may be damaged.
Only use battery chargers with a maxi-
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mum charging voltage of 14.8 V.
& WARNING Risk of explosion due to a mix-
ture of explosive gases
A mixture of explosive gases can escape from
the battery during charging and jump starting.
Fire, open flames, smoking and creating
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sparks must be avoided.
Make sure that there is sufficient ventila-
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tion.
Do not stand over the battery.
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& WARNING Risk of explosion from a frozen
battery
A discharged battery may freeze at tempera-
tures slightly above or below freezing point.
During starting assistance or battery charging,
battery gas can be released.
Always allow a battery to thaw before
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charging it or performing starting assis-
tance.