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NEVER:
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Add acid to a battery.
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Smoke near batteries.
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Charge a frozen battery.
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Leave an acid spill unattended.
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Store batteries unless they are fully charged.
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Charge a battery when the temperature is above 122°F (50°C).
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Charge a flooded battery without securing vent caps on the cells.
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Place objects on top of batteries, which can cause a short circuit.
SERVICING LEAD ACID BATTERIES (NON-HYDROLINK
®
MODELS)
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
SAFETY
WATERING
CLEANING & INSPECTION
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Eye protection
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Acid resistant gloves
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Distilled water
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Baking soda to neutralize acid spills
ALWAYS:
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Neutralize acid spills with baking soda and water.
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Use insulated tools to verify connections are tight.
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If contact with electrolyte (sulfuric acid) occurs, flush with large amounts of water.
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Use only distilled water (tap water can contain contaminants that will damage the
battery).
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Remove the caps and place them upside down to check electrolyte levels.
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For discharged or partially charged batteries, add just enough water to cover the
plates.
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Fully charge the batteries.
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Add distilled water to a level of 1/8” (0.125”) below the vent well.
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Fluid on the top of a battery may mean it is being over-watered or overcharged.
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Check cleanliness and keep terminals and connectors free of corrosion.
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Clean with a solution of one cup baking soda to one gallon of water.
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Do not allow cleaning solution to get inside the battery.
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Rinse with water and dry with a clean cloth.
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Keep the area around batteries clean and dry.
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Properly secure all vent caps.
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Check battery cables and connections. Replace any damaged cables and tighten any loose connections.
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