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See General Warnings on page 10.
DANGER
• Battery – Explosive gases! Do not smoke. Keep sparks and ames away from the vehicle and service
area. Ventilate when charging or operating vehicle in an enclosed area. Wear a full face shield and
rubber gloves when working on or near batteries.
• Battery – Poison! Contains acid! Causes severe burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.
Antidotes:
– External: Flush with water. Call a physician immediately.
– Internal: Drink large quantities of milk or water followed with milk of magnesia or vegetable
oil. Call a physician immediately.
– Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Call a physician immediately.
• Tools, wires, and metal objects can cause sparks when shorted across a battery.
WARNING
• Wear safety glasses or approved eye protection when servicing the vehicle.
• Follow all instructions carefully when working with batteries.
• When jumping from a booster battery make nal (negative) connection at engine frame.
• Do not jump start or charge a frozen or damaged battery. Unplug charger before connecting or
disconnecting cables to the battery. Never lean over battery while boosting, testing, or charging.
The battery in this vehicle is a 12-volt, low-maintenance battery that requires infrequent checks (Figure 29). Electrolyte
level should be checked semiannually.
2
(+)
1
(–)
1
3
2
1. Level Indicator 2. Cap 3. Plates
Electrolyte level at least 1/2 inch (13 MM) above plates or to level
indicator.
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Figure 29 Battery
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Figure 30 Battery Electrolyte Level
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