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DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
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Checking the Battery
Keep the battery clean. Any evidence
of corrosion around the battery posts
or terminals should be removed using
a solution of household baking soda
and warm water. After the battery ter-
minals are dry, cover them with a light
coating of grease.
WARNING:
Always read the following
instructions carefully when
handling a battery.
Keep lighted cigarettes and
all other flames or sparks
away from the battery.
Hydrogen, which is a highly
combustible gas, is always
present in battery cells and
may explode if ignited.
Keep batteries out of the
reach of children because
batteries contain highly cor-
rosive SULFURIC ACID. Do
not allow battery acid to
contact your skin, eyes,
clothing or paint finish.
If any electrolyte gets into
your eyes, flush your eyes
with clean water for at least
15 minutes and get imme-
diate medical attention. If
possible, continue to apply
water with a sponge or
cloth until medical atten-
tion is received.
If electrolyte gets on your
skin, thoroughly wash the
contacted area.
If you feel a pain or a burn-
ing sensation, get medical
attention immediately.
Wear eye protection when
charging or working near a
battery.
Always provide ventilation
when working in an en-
closed space.
o When lifting a plastic-cased bat-
tery, excessive pressure on the
case may cause battery acid to
leak, resulting in personal injury.
Lift with a battery carrier or with
your hands on opposite corners.
o Never attempt to charge the bat-
tery when the battery cables are
connected.
o The electrical ignition system
works with high voltage.
Never touch these components
with the engine running or the
ignition switched on.
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