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DCA85USJ2 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (03/22/11) — PAGE 11
SAFETY INFORMATION
BATTERY SAFETY
DANGER
DO NOT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
DO NOT expose the battery to open fl ames,
sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gases and liquids come into contact with a
fl ame or spark, an explosion could occur.
WARNING
ALWAYS wear safety glasses when handling
the battery to avoid eye irritation. The battery
contains acids that can cause injury to the
eyes and skin.
Use well-insulated gloves when picking up the battery.
ALWAYS keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged, combustible gas will build up.
ALWAYS recharge the battery in a well-ventilated
environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration
of combustible gasses.
If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with clothing or skin, rinse skin or clothing
immediately with plenty of water.
If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with eyes, rinse eyes immediately with plenty
of water and contact the nearest doctor or hospital to
seek medical attention.
CAUTION
ALWAYS disconnect the NEGATIVE battery terminal
before performing service on the generator.
ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.
ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
NOTICE
Dispose of hazardous waste properly.
Examples of potentially hazardous waste
are used motor oil, fuel and fuel fi lters.
DO NOT use food or plastic containers to
dispose of hazardous waste.
DO NOT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground,
down a drain or into any water source.