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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY
Use caution when handling batteries
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid which will damage eyes or
skin if contacted.
• If eye contact occurs, flush immediately with clean
water and get prompt medical attention.
• If accidentally swallowed, drink large quantities of
water or milk and call a physician immediately.
• If acid contacts skin or clothing, wash off immediately
with a lot of water.
• Wear protective glasses and gloves when working with
batteries.
• Batteries generate flammable hydrogen gas which may
explode. Keep away from flame and sparks.
• Do not use or charge the battery when the electrolyte
level is lower than the lower limit: otherwise, it could
cause an explosion.
• Be sure to stop the engine by turning off the starter
switch before inspecting or handling the battery.
• Be careful not to let metal tools (or any metal objects)
such as a hammer or spanner come into contact with
the battery terminals.
• When disconnecting the battery wiring, always discon-
nect
it from the earth side (-). When connecting, connect
the earth side last.
• Loose battery terminals may result in sparks. Be sure to
fasten terminals tightly.
• Make sure the battery caps are tightened securely.
• Do not charge a battery or jump-start the engine if the
battery is frozen; otherwise it may explode.
Warm the frozen battery to 15°C (60°F) before use.
Have a service agent repair welding cracks or
other damage
Ask a service agent to make any repairs that require weld-
ing. If the agent is unavailable, make sure the welding is
done by a qualified person in a properly equipped work-
place.
Checks after maintenance
• Gradually raise the engine speed from low idle to maxi-
mum and check that no oil or water is leaking from the
parts serviced.
• Move the controls and check that the machine is oper-
ating pr
operly.
Disposing of wastes
• Always collect oil that is drained from the machine in
containers. Improperly disposed waste oil can cause
environmental harm.
• Follow appropriate laws and regulations when dispos-
ing
of harmful objects such as oil, fuel, coolant, solvent,
filters and batteries.
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