Battery Service - Honda H3013H Owner's Manual

Battery Service
n Refilling battery fluid
If the riding mower is operated with insufficient battery electrolyte, sulfa-
tion and battery plate damage will occur.
If iapid loss of electrolyte is experienced, or if your battery seems to be
weak, causing slow starting or other electrical problems, see your
authorized Honda riding mower dealer.
Raise the rear body and check the electrolyte level in each battery cell. Fill
the battery with distilled water to the upper level line. Never overfill the
battery.
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Batteries produce explosive gases. Flames or sparks can cause
an explosion, causing serious injury or blindness. Keep flames and sparks
away and adequate ventilation when charging.
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CHEMICAL HAZARD: Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. Con-
tact with eyes or skin, even through plathins, may cause severe burns.
Wear a faceshield and protective clothing.
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Keep flames and sparks away, and do not smoke in the area.
ANTIDOTE: If electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush thoroughly with
warm water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician immediately.
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POISON: Electrolyte is poison.
ANTIDOTE
- External: Flush thoroughly with water.
- Internal:
Drink large quantities of wate; or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia or vegetable oil, and call a physician
immediately.
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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
NOTE: Use distilled water in the battery.
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Tap water will shorten the service life of the battery.
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Overfilling may cause electrolyte overflow and corrosion. Wash off any
spilled electrolyte immediately.
UPPER LEVEL
LOWER LEVE
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