DSG-423 CHARGING SYSTEM
06-2
CAUTIONS & WARNINGS
The handling and correct use of lead acid batteries is not as hazardous provided that sensible precautions are
observed and that operatives have been trained in their use and are adequately supervised. It is important that all
labeling on the battery is carefully read, understood and complied with. The format of the following symbols and
labels is common to most brands of lead acid battery.
CAUTION: Observe all manufacturers’ instructions
when using charging equipment.
WARNING: BATTERIES NORMALLY PRODUCE
EXPLOSIVE GASES WHICH CAN CAUSE
PERSONAL INJURY. THEREFORE, DO NOT ALLOW
FLAMES, SPARKS OR ANY IGNITED OBJECT TO
COME NEAR THE BATTERY. WHEN CHARGING OR
WORKING NEAR A BATTERY, ALWAYS SHIELD
YOUR EYES. ALWAYS PROVIDE VENTILATION.
WARNING: WHEN LIFTING A BATTERY, ALWAYS
LIFT WITH A BATTERY CARRIER OR WITH YOUR
HANDS ON OPPOSITE CORNERS. EXCESSIVE
PRESSURE ON THE END WALLS COULD CAUSE
ACID TO SPEW THROUGH THE VENT CAPS,
RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY.
WARNING: IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE WIRING
CONNECTIONS TO THE GENERATOR ARE NOT
REMOVED WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, AS
THIS WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE
REGULATOR OR PERSONAL INJURY.
WARNING: KEEP BATTERIES OUT OF THE REACH
OF CHILDREN. BATTERIES CONTAIN SULFURIC
ACID. AVOID CONTACT WITH SKIN, EYES OR
CLOTHING. ALSO, SHIELD YOUR EYES WHEN
WORKING NEAR THE BATTERY TO PROTECT
AGAINST POSSIBLE SPLASHING OF THE ACID
SOLUTION. IN CASE OF ACID CONTACT WITH THE
SKIN OR EYES, FLUSH IMMEDIATELY WITH
WATER FOR A MINIMUM OF 15 MINUTES AND GET
PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION. IF ACID IS
SWALLOWED, CALL A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
NOTE: Battery posts and cable clamps must be clean
and tight for accurate meter indications.
CAUTION: Always remove the negative cable first to
prevent possible arcing possibly damaging other
electrical components.