Honda HSM1380i Manuel De L'utilisateur page 92

Battery
Repairing battery terminals
Loose or corroded battery terminals will cause blown bulb of the headlight and
indicators as well as poor contact of the terminals.
Check the battery terminals and retighten them if they are loose. If white
powder is found on/around the battery terminals, remove the batteries and
clean the terminals with lukewarm water. If the battery terminals are corroded,
clean them using a wire brush or sand paper. After cleaning, allow the terminals
to dry thoroughly, connect the terminals and apply grease to the terminals.
• The batteries give off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and cigarettes
away. Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using batteries in an
enclosed space.
• The batteries contain sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Contact with skin or eyes
may cause severe burns. Wear protective clothing and a face shield.
– If electrolyte gets on your skin, flush with water.
– If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with water for at least 15 minutes
and call a physician immediately.
• Electrolyte is poisonous.
– If swallowed, drink large quantities of water or milk and follow with
milk of magnesia or vegetable oil and call a physician.
• KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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