User Manual

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1. Safety regulations for batteries
Safety instructions have to be observed when
handling batteries. These can generally be
found on the batteries themselves or in the
manufacturer’s directions for use and in the
vehicle’s owner manual. The symbols used have
the following means:
Follow the instructions on the battery, in the ope-
rating instructions and in the vehicle’s owner ma-
nual. Keep these operating instructions with the
operating manual for the equipment.
It is imperative that you always wear eye protec-
tion when doing any work on the battery!
Store acid and batteries out of children’s reach.
Whenever you do any work on the battery, keep it
out of reach of children while doing the work.
Fire, sparks, open lights and smoking are
prohibited! Avoid spark formation when handling
cables and electrical equipment and caused by
electrostatic discharges! Avoid short-circuits.
There is a risk of explosion!
There is a risk of explosion! A highly explosive
gas mixture is created when batteries are being
charged.
Risk of chemical burns! Battery acid is highly
aggressive. You therefore need to wear safety
gloves and eye protection.
First aid! Should any acid should get into your
eyes, rinse them out immediately for several
minutes with clear water! Then seek immediate
medical assistance! Should any acid splash onto
hands or clothing, wash off immediately with
soap solution and rinse down with plenty of water.
Should you swallow any acid, consult a doctor
immediately.
Important. Batteries should never be exposed to
direct daylight.
Waste disposal. Dispose of old batteries at the
appropriate collection point.
Observe the conditions set out in point 3 if the
batteries are to be transported.
Never dispose of old batteries in household re-
fuse.
35: Causes severe burns
26:In case of contact with the eyes, rinse out tho-
roughly with water and consult a doctor.
30: Never pour water into the product.
36/37/39 Wear the necessary protective clothing,
safety gloves and safety goggles / face mask
when working.
45: Consult a doctor immediately in the event of
an accident or if feeling unwell (show this label if
possible).
Important. Store under lock and key and out of the
reach of children.
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