
INSP
ADJ
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Batteries generate explosive hydrogen gas and
contain electrolyte which is made of poison-
ous and highly caustic sulfuric acid.
Therefore, always follow these preventive
measures:
8 Wear protective eye gear when handling or
working near batteries.
8 Charge batteries in a well-ventilated area.
8 Keep batteries away from fire, sparks or open
flames (e.g., welding equipment, lighted
cigarettes).
8 DO NOT SMOKE when charging or han-dling
batteries.
8 KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTE OUT
OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
8 Avoid bodily contact with electrolyte as it
can cause severe burns or permanent eye
injury.
FIRST AID IN CASE OF BODILY CONTACT:
EXTERNAL
8 Skin — Wash with water.
8 Eyes — Flush with water for 15 minutes and
get immediate medical attention.
INTERNAL
8 Drink large quantities of water or milk fol
lowed with milk of magnesia, beaten egg or
vegetable oil. Get immediate medical atten-
tion.
3. Check:
8 Battery condition
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Battery condition checking steps:
8 Connect a digital volt meter to the battery ter-
minals.
Tester (+) lead Battery (+) terminal.
Tester (-) lead Battery (–) terminal.
NOTE:
The state of a discharged MF battery can be
checked by measuring open circuit voltage (the
voltage measured with the positive terminals
being disconnected).
12.8V
Volt meter
Relationship between open-circuit
voltage and charging time 20°C(68°C)
Charging time(hours)
•This varies depending on the temperature, the state of
char
e in batter
lates and the electrol
te level.
Open-circuit voltage
(v)
13.0
12.5
12.0
11.5
5 6.5 10
BATTERY INSPECTION
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