b)
Follow these instructions and those published by the battery
manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend
to use in vicinity of the battery.
10.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
a)
Consider having someone close enough by to your aid when
you work near a lead-acid battery.
b)
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery
acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
c)
Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid
touching eyes while working near a battery.
d)
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately
with soap and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flood
eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get
medical attention immediately.
e)
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of a
battery or engine.
f)
Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto
battery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or an other
electrical part that may cause explosion.
g)
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces, and watches when working with a lead-acid
battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit
current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal,
causing a severe burn.
h)
Do not use the battery charger for charging dry-cell batteries
that are commonly used with home appliances. These
batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage
to property.
i)
NEVER charge a frozen battery.
11.
PREPARING TO CHARGE
a)
If it is necessary to remove the battery from a vehicle prior to
charging, always remove the grounded terminal from the
battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off,
so as not to cause an arc.
b)
Be sure that the area around the battery is well ventilated
while the battery is being charged.
c)
Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from
coming in contact with eyes.
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