Warning / Caution Label (Cont'd)
A.
Keep lighted cigarettes and all other flames or sparks away from the
battery.
|
B.
Wear eye protection when charging or working near a battery. Always
provide ventilation when working in an enclosed space.
| •
|
When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure
on acid to leak resulting in personal injury. Lift with a battery
carrier or with your hands on opposite corners.
|
| •
|
Never attempt to change the battery when the battery cables
are connected.
|
| •
|
The electrical ignition system works with high voltage.
Never touch these components with the engine running or
the ignition switched on.
|
|
C.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children because batteries contain
highly corrosive SULFURIC ACID. Do not allow battery acid to contact your
skin, eyes, clothing or paint finish.
|
D.
If any electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush your eyes with clean
water for at least 15 minutes and get immediate medical attention. If possible,
continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth until medical attention is
received.
If electrolyte gets on your skin, throughly wash the contacted area.
If you feel a pain or a burning sensation, get medical attention immediately.
|
E.
Always read the following instructions carefully when handing a battery.
|
F.
Hydrogen, which is a highly combustible gas, is always presents in
battery cells and may explode if ignited.
|
G.
An improperly disposed battery can be harmful to the environment and
human health.
Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.
|
Handling And Storage The Battery
Battery Itself
|
| •
|
Batteries should be stored in cool, dry (27 degrees Celsius)
places and out of direct sunlight.
|
| •
|
MF batteries are tightly sealed to prevent acid leakage.
However, tilting the battery to an angle of 45 degrees
can cause acid to leak through the vents on the sides. Therefore,
batteries should always be stored in their upright positions.
Prevent placing any aqueous or solid (i.e. conductors) bodies
on top of the battery.
|
| •
|
It is extremely dangerous to use tools, such as hammers,
on the battery terminals when connecting cables to the mounted
battery.
|
|
Battery on Vehicle
|
| •
|
When storing the vehicle for long periods of time, make
sure to remove the memory fuse at junction box to prevent natural
discharging.
|
| •
|
Also, run the engine for battery charging within 1 month
if the memory fuse wasn't removed from the start of vehicle
storing.
If the memory fuse was removed, run the engine for battery
charging within 3 months from the start of vehicle storing.
|
|
|
After reconnecting or recharging a discharged battery, the ESC
OFF indicator may illuminate.
In this case, turn the handle half way to the left and right whilst
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Then, restart the engine after the ignition is OFF.
The ESC OFF indicator may turn OFF.
If the ESC OFF indicator does not turn OFF, have the system checked
refering to DTC. (Refer to the BR group.)
|
1. Fan caution
2. Radiator cap caution
3. Battery caution
...
When heavy rear components such as suspension, fuel tank, spare
tire, tailgate and trunk lid are to be removed, place additiona ...
Hyundai Elantra MD/UD: Battery Caution Label Description
