MacDon M1170 - Battery Safety

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1.7 Battery Safety
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Figure 1.16: Safety around Batteries
WARNING
• Keep all sparks and flames away from batteries, as a gas
given off by electrolyte is explosive.
• Ventilate when charging in enclosed space.
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Figure 1.17: Safety around Batteries
WARNING
• Wear safety glasses when working near batteries.
• Do NOT tip batteries more than 45° to avoid electrolyte loss.
• Battery electrolyte causes severe burns. Avoid contact with
skin, eyes, or clothing.
• Electrolyte splashed into eyes is extremely dangerous.
Should this occur, force eye open, and flood with cool, clean
water for 5 minutes. Call a doctor immediately.
• If electrolyte is spilled or splashed on clothing or body,
neutralize it immediately with a solution of baking soda and
water, then rinse with clear water.
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Figure 1.18: Safety around Batteries
WARNING
• To avoid injury from spark or short circuit, disconnect
battery ground cable before servicing any part of electrical
system.
• Do NOT operate engine with alternator or battery
disconnected. With battery cables disconnected and engine
running, a high voltage can be built up if terminals touch
frame. Anyone touching frame under these conditions
would be severely shocked.
• When working around storage batteries, remember that all
of the exposed metal parts are live. Never lay a metal object
across terminals because a spark or short circuit will result.
• Keep batteries out of reach of children.
SAFETY