Honda EU26i Manuel De L'utilisateur page 42

• To prevent the possibility of creating a spark near the battery,
connect charging cable first to the generator, then to the battery.
Disconnect cable first at the battery.
• Before connecting charging cable to a battery that is installed in a
vehicle, disconnect the vehicle's battery cable. Reconnect the
vehicle's battery cable after the charging cables are removed. This
procedure will prevent the possibility of a short circuit and sparks if
you make accidental contact between a battery terminal and the
vehicle's frame or body.
CAUTION:
• Do not attempt to start an automobile engine with the generator still
connected to the battery. The generator may be damaged.
• Connect the positive battery terminal to the positive charging cord.
Do not reverse the charging cables, or serious damage to the
generator and/or battery may occur.
• Batteries produce explosive gases: If ignited, and explosion can
cause serious injury or blindness. Provide adequate ventilation when
charging.
• CHEMICAL HAZARD: Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid.
Contact with eyes or skin, even through clothing, may cause severe
burns. Wear a face shield and protective clothing.
• Keep flames and sparks away, and do not smoke in the area.
ANTIDOTE: If electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush thoroughly with
warm water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician immediately.
• POISON: Electrolyte is poison.
ANTIDOTE
– External: Flush thoroughly with water.
– Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia or vegetable oil, and call a physician
immediately.
• KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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