Explosion Hazard

DANGER!:

Hazard Labels:

1 Avoid flames, sparks and open light in vicinity of batteries
- Smoking prohibited!
- Avoid sparks resulting from short circuits during repair work to vehicle electrical system

2 Explosion hazard when charging batteries
- Highly explosive gas is produced when charging; do not remove chamber caps on battery when charging and provide for sufficient ventilation in closed rooms

3 Observe notes on handling batteries
- Information sticker on battery
- Instructions for use of battery
- Observe Owner's Manual for vehicle

4 Injury hazard from battery acid
- Do not tip batteries and always store in horizontal position to prevent acid from spilling out

5 Wear protective goggles
- When working on batteries wear protective goggles and gloves

6 Keep batteries and acid away from children

7 First aid measures
- If acid gets into eyes rinse out immediately for several minutes with clear water and then consult physician immediately
- Neutralize acid on skin and clothing immediately with acid neutralizer or soap solution and then rinse with large quantities of water
- If acid is swallowed consult physician immediately







When the battery is charged during normal driving highly explosive gas is formed, which must not be allowed to escape into the trunk or interior of the car for protection of the passengers.

A degassing line is connected to the battery for exhausting the gas outdoors.

When working on the battery, particularly when installing, ensure that the degassing line is connected to the degassing line fitting on the battery correctly.

Check connected degassing line for kinks and proper passage.