Battery Service - Honda H5013 Owner's Manual

6. Battery service
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Refilling battery fluid
If the tractor is operated with insufficient battery electrolyte, sulfation and
battery plate damage will occur.
If rapid loss of electrolyte is experienced, or if your battery seems to be
weak, causing slow starting or other electrical problems, see your
authorized Honda tractor dealer.
Open the engine hood 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: If ignited, an explosion can
cause serious injury or blindness. Provide adequate ventilation when
charging.
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CHEMICAL HAZARD: Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. Con-
tact with eyes or skin, even through clothing, 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 water 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 LEVEL
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