Safety Precautions - Victron energy BMV 600 Manuel

2. SETTING UP THE BMV

2.1 Safety Precautions!

1. Working in the vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous.
Batteries can generate explosive gases during operation. Never
smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery.
Provide sufficient ventilation around the battery.
2. Wear eye and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while
working near batteries. Wash your hands when done.
3. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash them immediately
with soap and water. If acid enters an eye, immediately flood the
eye with running cold water for at least 15 minutes and get
medical attention immediately.
4. Be careful when using metal tools in the vicinity of batteries.
Dropping a metal tool onto a battery might cause a short circuit
and possibly an explosion.
5. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces, and watches when working with a battery. A battery
can produce a short circuit current high enough to melt objects
such as rings, causing severe burns.
2.2 Installation
Before proceeding with this chapter, please make sure your BMV is fully
installed in accordance with the installation guide.
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