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[3] CHECKING LEVEL OF BATTERY ELECTROLYTE
• Do not use battery if the battery electrolyte level is below the LOWER LEVEL line. This will
accelerate deterioration of the inside of the battery and reduce the service life of the battery. In
addition, it may cause an explosion.
• The battery generates flammable gas and there is danger of explosion, do not bring fire or
sparks near the battery.
• Battery electrolyte is dangerous. If it gets in your eyes or on your skin, wash it off with a large
amount of water and consult a doctor.
• When adding distilled water to the battery, do not allow the battery electrolyte to go above the
UPPER LEVEL line. If the electrolyte level is too high, it may leak and cause damage to the
paint surface or corrode other parts.
CAUTION
• Rub the top of the battery with a wet cloth to keep it clean.
• If there is a fear that the battery water may freeze after refilling with purfied water (e.g.
commercially available replenishment water for a battery), do the replenishment before the
day‟s work on the next day.
Inspect the battery electrolyte level at least once a month and follow the basic safety procedures given
below.
[WHEN CHECKING ELECTROLYTE LEVEL FROM SIDE OF BATTERY]
If it is possible to check the electrolyte level from the side of the
battery, check as follows.
1. Open the battery room door, and the move vinyl cover (1)
(installed on top of the battery).
2. Use a wet cloth to clean the area around the electrolyte level
lines and check that the electrolyte level is between the UPPER
LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL lines.
NOTES
If the battery is wiped with a dry cloth, static electricity may cause
a fire or explosion.
3. If the electrolyte level is below the midway point between the
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL lines, remove all caps (2)
add distilled water to the UPPER LEVEL line.
4. After adding distilled water, tighten all caps (2) securely.
NOTES
If distilled water is added to above the UPPER LEVEL line, use a
syringe to lower the level to the UPPER LEVEL line. Neutralize
the removed fluid with baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), then
flush it away with a large amount of water or consult us or our
sales service agency or battery maker.