EMU00404
CHECKING BATTERY
(for Electric start model)
WARNING
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Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous; it
contains sulfuric acid and therefore is
poisonous and highly caustic. Always
follow these preventive measures:
Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic
fluid as it can cause severe burns or
permanent eye injury.
Wear protective eye gear when han-
dling or working near batteries. Anti-
dote (EXTERNAL):
SKIN - Flush with water.
EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutes
and get immediate medical attention.
Antidote (INTERNAL):
Drink large quantities of water or milk
followed by milk of magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. Get immediate
medical attention. Batteries also gen-
erate explosive hydrogen gas; there-
fore, you should always follow these
preventive measures:
Charge batteries in a well-ventilated
area.
Keep batteries away from fire, sparks,
or open flames (e.g., welding equip-
ment, lighted cigarettes, etc.).
DO NOT SMOKE when charging or
handling batteries.
KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTRO-
LYTIC FLUID OUT OF REACH OF CHIL-
DREN.
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CAUTION:
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A
poorly
quickly deteriorate.
Ordinary tap-water contains minerals
harmful to a battery, and should not be
used for topping-up.
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4-55
maintained
battery
GB
will