Safety Information
Use Caution When Working With Batteries
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2-12 Lastec//030910 Safety Information
SAFE HANDLING OF BATTERY ACID
Battery acid, or electrolyte, is a solution of sulfuric acid and water that can destroy cloth-
ing and burn the skin. Use extreme caution when handling electrolyte and keep an acid
neutralizing solution—such as baking soda or household ammonia mixed with
water—readily available. When handling battery acid:
Always wear proper eye, face and hand protection.
If the electrolyte is splashed into an eye, immediately force the eye open and flood it with
clean, cool water for at least 15 minutes. Get prompt medical attention.
If electrolyte is taken internally, drink large quantities of water or milk. DO NOT induce vom-
iting. Call a physician immediately.
Neutralize with baking soda any electrolyte that spills on a vehicle or in the work area. After
neutralizing, rinse contaminated area clean with water.
To prepare electrolyte of a desired specific gravity, always pour the concentrated acid
slowly into the water; DO NOT pour water into the acid. Always stir the water while add-
ing small amounts of acid. If noticeable heat develops, allow the solution to cool before
continuing to add acid.
SAFE BOOSTER CABLE OPERATION
1. When jump starting a battery, always wear proper eye protection and never lean over battery.
2.
Inspect both batteries before connecting booster cables. Do not jump start a damaged battery.
3.
Be sure vent caps are tight and level.
4.
Make certain that the vehicles are not touching and both ignition switches are turned to the OFF
position.
5.
Connect positive (+) booster cable to positive (+) terminal of discharged battery.
6.
Connect other end of positive (+) cable to positive (+) terminal of assisting battery.
7.
Connect negative (-) cable to negative (-) terminal of assisting battery.
8. MAKE FINAL CONNECTION OF NEGATIVE (-) CABLE TO ENGINE BLOCK OF
STALLED VEHICLE, AWAY FROM BATTERY.
9. Start engine and remove cables in REVERSE order of connections.
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