Battery - Volvo S80 Owner's Manual

06 Maintenance and specifications

Battery

Warning symbols on the battery
Use protective goggles.
Further information in the
owner's manual.
Store the battery out of
the reach of children.
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The battery contains cor-
rosive acid.
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Avoid sparks and naked
flames.
Risk of explosion.
NOTE
An expended battery must be recycled in an
environmentally responsible manner - it
contains lead.
Operation
•
Check that the cables to the battery are
correctly connected and properly tight-
ened.
•
Never disconnect the battery when the
engine is running.
The service life and function of the battery is
influenced by factors such as the number of
starts, discharging, driving style, driving con-
ditions, climatic conditions etc.
IMPORTANT
Never use a quick charger to charge the

battery.

WARNING
Batteries can generate oxyhydrogen gas,
which is highly explosive. One spark, which
can be generated if you connect jump leads
incorrectly, is sufficient to make the battery
explode. The battery contains sulphuric
acid, which can cause serious burns. If sul-
phuric acid comes into contact with eyes,
skin or clothing, flush with large quantities
of water. If acid splashes into the eyes, seek
medical attention immediately.
NOTE
The life of the battery is shortened if it
becomes discharged repeatedly.