Complaint
DANGER OF EXPLODING BATTERIES
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive mixtures of hydrogen and oxygen.Because self-discharge action generates hydrogen gas even when the battery is not in operation,make sure batteries are stored and worked on i a well-ventilated area.Always wear safety glasses and a face shield when working on or near batteries. When work- ing with batteries:
* Always wear proper eye, face, and hand protection.
* Keep all sparks, flames, and cigarettes away from the battery.
* Do not remove or damage vent caps.
* Make sure work area is well ventilated.
* Never lean over battery while boosting, testing, or charging.
SAFE BATTERY INSTALLATION
To assure safe installation and proper operation,follow these installation procedures:
* Disconnect ground cable first (this is usually he negative cable;however, older vehicles may have a positive ground).
* Remove battery - note position of positive(+) and negative(-)terminals.Mark the cables for correct connection to replacement battery.
* Clean terminals and cable connections with a wire brush.Broken connections and frayed or cut cables should be replaced.
* Install the replacement battery in the same position as the old one. Secure battery with the holddown assembly.
* Make sure the terminals do not touch any metal mounting, engine, or body parts.
* Connect cables tightly. Connect ground cable last to avoid sparks.
SAFE CHARGING
Before beginning the charging operation, read the instructions that come with the charger. Never attempt to charge a battery without first reviewing the instructions for the charger being used. In addition to the charger manufacturer's instructions, these general precautions should be followed:
* Always charge batteries in a well-ventilated area and wear proper eye protection.
* Turn the charger and timer "OFF"before connecting the leads to the battery to avoid dangerous sparks. Never try to charge a visibly damaged or frozen battery.
* Connect the charger leads to the battery; red positive (+) lead to the positive(+) terminal and black negative (-) lead to the negative (-) terminal. If the battery is still in the vehicle, connect the negative lead to the engine block to serve as a ground. (If the vehicle is positive grounded, connect the positive lead to the engine block.)
* Make sure that the leads to the connections are tight.
* Set the timer, turn the charger on, and slowly increase the charging rate until the desired ampere value is reached..
* If the battery becomes hot or if violent gassing or spewing of electrolyte occurs, reduce the charging rate or temporarily discontinue the charge.
* Always turn the charger "OFF"before removing charger leads from the battery to avoid dangerous sparks.
