1.6 Battery safety

L.ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Before performing any inspection or maintenance to the electrical system, or performing any welding procedures, disconnect the negative (–) cables from the battery terminals. Not disconnecting the negative (–) cable could cause extensive damage to the electrical system.

M.USE APPROVED WORK LIGHTS

Use only approved work lights when performing inspection and maintenance procedures to prevent possible fire or explosion. Certain types of work lights should not be used due to the possibility of ignition of certain flammable gasses and fluids from the machine.

N.DISPOSE OF WASTE PROPERLY

Dispose of oils, fuel, coolant, solvents, filters, batteries etc. according to federal, state and local codes and regulations regarding hazardous waste disposal. Contact Local authorities for proper disposal methods of such materials.

B.KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE OR FLAMES

Never allow batteries in the vicinity of fire or flames and do not smoke when working with batteries. Explosive hydrogen gas is produced bythe electrolyte (acid) in the batteries.E Always work with batteries in a well ventilated area.

DISCONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE (-) CABLE WHEN INSPECTING ELECTRICAL OR WELDING

1.6BATTERY SAFETY

A.WEAR PROPER PROTECTIVE CLOTHES

Wear long sleeve shirt, gloves and approved safety glasses or face shield when working with or around batteries.

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PRECAUTION

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USE APPROVED WORK LIGHTS

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WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHES

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C.CHARGING BATTERY

Charge battery off and away from the machine in a well ventilated area. When charging battery, remove cell caps to allow gasses to escape.

Avoid breathing gasses from battery. Wear approved safety equipment when working with batteries.

If you spill acid on yourself: - Flush your skin with water. Apply baking soda or lime to help neutralize the acid. - Flush your eyes with water for 10-15 minutes. - Get medical attention immediately.

If acid is swallowed: - Drink large amounts of water of milk. Then drink milk of magnesia, beaten eggs, or vegetable oil. - Get medical attention immediately.

POSITIVE (+) CABLE

NEGATIVE (-) CABLE

MAKE CERTAIN OF THE POSITIVE (+) AND NEGATIVE (-) TERMINALS

D.USING BOOSTER CABLES

• Wear approved safety equipment when working with batteries. • If using another machine or vehicle to boost bateries, make certain the machine or vehicle

DOES NOT touch the disabled machine. • Make certain of the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on the booster battery and the disabled machine before connecting booster cables. • Connect the positive (+) cable first, then connect negative (-). • When disconnecting, disconnect the negative (-) cable first, then disconnect the positive (+) cable. • Refer to “BASIC MACHINE OPERATION” section of this manual for proper procedures for use of booster cables.

WARNING

Improper booster cable connections can cause an explosion resulting in personal injury. Connect booster cables using following procedure. 1.Connect booster cable to positive (+) battery terminal of discharged battery. Connect other end of booster cable to positive battery terminal of normal battery. 2.Connect other booster cable to negative (-) battery terminal of normal battery. Connect other end of booster cable to the engine of troubled machine. 3.Start engine and remove booster cables in reverse order.