Battery: Service Precautions

Battery - Handling Notes

NOTE:
- Battery terminals should not be greased.
- The battery terminal clamps should only be attached without force to prevent damage to the battery housing.
- The tightening torque for the battery clamps is 5 Nm (4 ft.lb.).
- If the battery is to be reconnected, proceed according to work instructions after disconnecting the battery.
- To guarantee that the battery does not leak it is necessary that the original plug accompanying the battery is screwed into the battery openings.
- In the case of loss or damage, only original plugs of the same design should be used.
- The plugs must be fitted with an O-ring seal.

Warning notes and safety regulations for hydrocyanic acid batteries
1. -1- Fire, sparks, naked flames and smoking are forbidden.
- Avoid sparking when using cables and electrical devices
- Avoid short circuits.







- In batteries with central venting, there is an increased detonating gas concentration. The venting hose should not be bent or blocked by dirt.

2. -2- Wear eye protection
3. -3- Keep children away from acids and batteries.
4. -4- Danger of causticization.
- Battery acid is highly caustic, therefore wear protective gloves.
- Do not tip battery, acid can emerge from the venting opening.

NOTE: First aid: Rinse acid splashes to the eyes immediately with clear water for a few minutes. Consult a doctor immediately. Neutralize acid splashes to the skin or clothing immediately with soap suds and rinse again with plenty of water. If acid has been drunk unintentionally, consult a doctor immediately.

5. -5- Observe information on the battery, in the Technical Manual and in the Driver's Manual.
6. -6- Danger of explosion.
- A highly explosive detonating gas mixture occurs when charging batteries.

7. -7- Disposal.
- Hand in old batteries at a collection point.

8. -8- Never dispose of old batteries in the domestic rubbish.