STARGAS _________________________________________________________________________ GENERAL RULES
When working on batteries it is necessary to remember:
Car batteries contain sulphuric acid and produce explosive gases; hence pay
attention to the following instructions:
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Always wear protective glasses.
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Never leave tools onto the battery since they could cause accidental
contacts.
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Before carrying out the test or the recharge, cover with a wet wiper the
battery openings so as to choke the explosive gases.
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Avoid the sparking when connecting the cables to the battery.
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Avoid electrolyte sprinkles on the skin, on the eyes and on cloths, since it
is a corrosive and highly toxic compound.
When working with a mains voltage fed equipment it is
necessary:
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To verify if the equipment is earthed.
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To avoid touching it with wet hands.
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To work beeing insulated from earth.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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