INTRODUCTION, SAFETY, PLATES AND DECALS
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PREVENTION OF BURNS
Battery electrolyte causes severe burns. The battery
contains sulphuric acid. Avoid any contact with the
skin, eyes or clothing.
Antidote:
- EXTERNAL: rinse well with water, removing any
soiled clothing.
- INTERNAL: avoid vomiting. Drink water to rinse
your mouth. Consult a doctor.
- EYES: rinse thoroughly with water for 15 minutes
and get prompt medical attention.
When the electrolyte of a battery is frozen, it can
explode if you attempt to charge the battery or if you
try to start the engine using a booster battery.
Always keep the battery charged to prevent the
electrolyte freezing.
Batteries generate explosive gases. Keep all
flames, sparks and cigarettes away. Provide good
ventilation when changing a battery or using a bat-
tery in an enclosed space. Always protect your eyes
when working near a battery.
Never touch the battery terminals with your hands.
This can induce a state of electrolysis and impair the
main organs of the body.
Hot coolant can spray out if the radiator cap is
removed while the system is still hot. To remove the
cap: allow the system to cool down, turn the cap to
the first notch and wait until there is no more pres-
sure. Then remove the cap.
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