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(5) Battery handling and Notices
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Battery fluid (Electrolyte) is a solution of water and sulfuric acid. It makes poisonous gas
which is very harmful to eyes, skin and clothing. And also this gas is explosive.
Read the following instructions thoroughly before handling the battery.
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Battery check
Indicator(if fitted) on the top of the battery displays the battery state. If the indicator color is
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GREEN
: Normal state.
If the engine does not started despite of green color, contact your authorized dealer.
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CLEAN
: Low charging state – charge the battery.
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WHITE or RED
: Replace the battery with a new one after checking the vehicle.
If the terminals of battery harness are loosened, tighten it completely.
If the terminals of battery are corroded, clean it with warm water apply grease.
Caution
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The gas generated from the battery is explosive. Comply with following instructions.
- Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away from the battery. Use a flashlight to
check battery electrolyte level or indicator.
- Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across the terminals. Use a
voltmeter or hydrometer.
-Always remove grounded (-) battery clamp first and assemble it last. If not, it can
cause explosion by spark.
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Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is poisonous. It is strong enough to burn skin,
clothing and can cause blindness if splashed into the eyes.
- Never disassemble the battery.
- Do not touch the battery or liquid by bare hand without gloves or any protection.
- Flush eyes with clean water for about 20 minutes, if the electrolyte is splashed into
the eyes, and get medical attention immediately.
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Charge the battery in an area with good ventilation and DO NOT charge a frozen
battery.
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Replace it with LS tractor genuine products or the battery with the same capacity.
