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2. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. A SPARK
NEAR THE BATTERY MAY CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:
2.1
NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a bat-
tery or engine.
2.2
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces and watches when working with a lead-acid bat-
tery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit current
high enough to weld a ring to metal, causing a severe burn.
2.3
Be extra cautious, to reduce the risk of dropping a metal
tool onto the battery. It might spark or short-circuit the bat-
tery or other electrical part that may cause an explosion.
2.4
Do not permit the internal battery of the unit to freeze.
Never charge a frozen battery.
2.5
To prevent sparking, NEVER allow clamps to touch together
or contact the same piece of metal.
2.6
Consider having someone nearby to come to your aid
when you work near a lead-acid battery.
2.7
Have plenty of fresh water, soap and baking soda nearby for
use, in case battery acid contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing.
2.8
Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety
goggles and protective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes
while working near the battery.
2.9
If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately
wash the area with soap and water. If acid enters your eye,
immediately flood the eye with cold running water for at
least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away.
2.10
If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the
whites of eggs or water. DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek
medical attention immediately.
2.11
Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly with baking soda before
attempting to clean up.
2.12
This product contains a lithium ion battery. In case of fire,
you may use water, a foam extinguisher, Halon, CO
2
, ABC
dry chemical, powdered graphite, copper powder or soda
(sodium carbonate) to extinguish the fire. Once the fire is
extinguished, douse the product with water, an aque-
ous-based extinguishing agent, or other nonalcoholic liquids
to cool the product and prevent the battery from re-igniting.
NEVER attempt to pick up or move a hot, smoking, or burn-
ing product, as you may be injured.
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