6 Maintenance
Servicing
Checking the battery acid lev
el and
specific gravity
WARNING
The electrolyte (diluted sulphuric acid)
is poisonous and caustic!
– Observe safety regulations for
handling battery acid; see the
chapter entitled "Battery acid".
– Wear personal protective equip-
ment (rubber gloves, apron and
protection goggles).
– Never wear watches/jewellery
when working with battery acid.
– Rinse away spilt battery acid
immediately using plenty of water!
CAUTION
Risk of damage!
– Note the information in the operating instructions
for the battery.
– Check the battery acid level and the specific
gravity in accordance with the recommen-
dations of the battery manufacturer.
– Inspect the battery for any cracks in the
housing, raised plates and acid leaks.
– Have defective b
atteries repaired by the
authorised ser
vice centre.
– The cell covers of the battery must be kept
dry and clean.
– Any spilled battery acid must be neutralised
immediately.
ENVIRONMENT NOTE
Dispose of used battery acid in line with
regulations.
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