Warnings and Safety Regulations
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JUMP STARTING VEHICLES
Introduction
Jump starting a vehicle is not a recommended practice due to the various battery
installations and electrical options. However, if your battery is discharged (dead),
you may be able to start it by using energy from a good battery in another vehicle.
This is termed jump starting. Be sure to follow the precautions and instructions
below.
WARNING
Batteries contain acid that can burn and gasses that can explode.
Ignoring safety procedures may result in death, personal injury,
equipment or property damage.
WARNING
Never jump start a battery near fire, flames, or electrical sparks.
Batteries generate explosive gases that could explode. Keep
sparks, flame, and lighted cigarettes away from batteries. Failure to
comply may result in death, personal injury, equipment or property
damage.
WARNING
Never remove or tamper with battery caps. Ignoring this could allow
battery acid to come in contact with the eyes, skin, fabrics, or
painted surfaces. Failure to comply may result in death, personal
injury, equipment or property damage. Be careful that metal tools
(or any metal in contact with the positive terminal) do not contact
the positive battery terminal and any other metal on the vehicle at
the same time. Remove metal jewelry and avoid leaning over the
battery.
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