Batteries contain acid which can cause severe burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or
clothing. Wear full face shield and rubber gloves when working on or near batteries.
ANTIDOTES:
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External: Flush with water. Call a physician immediately.
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Internal: Drink large quantities of milk or water. Follow with milk of magnesia or
vegetable oil.
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Eyes: Flush with water for fifteen minutes. Call a physician immediately.
If any problems are found during scheduled maintenance or inspections, Do not operate
vehicle until repairs are made. Failure to make necessary repairs could result in fire, property
damage, severe personal injury or death.
Only trained maintenance professionals should repair or service this vehicle. Persons doing
even simple repairs or service should have working knowledge and experience in general
electrical and mechanical repair. Follow all procedures exactly and observe all warnings stated
in this manual. Use caution and common sense.
Proper service and repair is important for safe, reliable operation of all Columbia
Industrial/Commercial vehicles. The service procedures recommended and described in this
service manual are effective methods for performing service operations. Some of these service
operations require the use of tools specially designed for this purpose. These special tools
should be used when and as recommended.
Moving parts hazard! When operating any vehicle in a stationary position, avoid chains, belts,
and wheels which could snag clothing or cause severe injury to body parts. A running vehicle
must be worked on with the greatest care. Use caution and common sense.
Working on Columbia ParCar vehicles without following proper procedures and using proper
lifting equipment may result in vehicle damage or personal injury. See Section 3 -Lifting
Instructions detailed instructions.
Always wear safety glasses or approved eye protection while servicing vehicle.
Failure to maintain vehicle properly could result in decreased vehicle performance, reliability or
cause severe personal injury.
The modification of vehicles for use in other than its intended purpose is not recommended.
Any unauthorized modification may void your vehicle warranty.
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HOT! DO NOT attempt to service hot electric motor or resistors. Failure to observe this warning
could result in severe burns.
Check the vehicle for proper location and condition of all vehicle safety and operation decals.
Refer to page2-2 for locations.
Exceeding rated vehicle load capacities could result in possible severe injury or property
damage.
Properly dispose of the battery.
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