and those published by the battery manufacturer and
manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity
of the battery. Observe cautionary markings on these items.
3. Someone should be within range of your voice or close
enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead acid
battery.
4. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case
battery acid contacts skin, clothing or eyes.
5. Wear complete eye protection and protective clothing.
6. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
7. Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool
onto the battery. It could spark or short-circuit the battery or
other electrical parts and could cause an explosion.
8. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces and watches when working with a lead acid battery.
It can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a
ring or the like to metal causing a severe burn.
9. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
10. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
11. 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.
12. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of
battery or engine.
13. Use charger for charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. It is
not intended to supply power to a low voltage electrical system
other than in a starter-motor application. Do not use 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.
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