ii www.enersys.com Publication No. US-RE-IOM-002 January 2012
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short circuit current.
The following precautions should be observed when working with batteries:
1. Verify that the Charging Power Supply to the battery is off and that all power is
disconnected from the power source.
2. Remove watches, rings or other metal objects.
3. Use tools with insulated handles to prevent inadvertent shorts.
4. Wear rubber gloves and boots.
5. Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
6. Determine if the battery is inadvertently grounded. If inadvertently grounded, remove
source of ground. Contact with any part of a grounded battery can result in electrical
shock. The likelihood of such shock will be reduced if such grounds are removed during
installation and maintenance.
7. Verify circuit polarities before making connections.
8. Disconnect charging source and load before connecting or disconnecting terminals.
9. Vented lead-acid (VLA) batteries can contain an explosive mixture of hydrogen gas. Do
not smoke, cause a flame or spark in the immediate area of the batteries. This includes
static electricity from the body and other items that may come in contact with the battery.
10. Use proper lifting means when moving batteries and wear all appropriate safety clothing
and equipment.
11. Do not dispose of lead acid batteries except through channels in accordance with local,
state and federal regulations.
DANGER
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