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• Insulate any tools used within the battery area in order to prevent sparks or battery explosion caused by shorting the
battery terminals or associated wiring. Remove the battery or cover exposed terminals with an insulating material.
• Check the polarity of each battery terminal and be sure to rewire the batteries correctly.
• Use specified replacement parts. Never use replacement parts of lesser quality.
• Use recommended tools.
• Determine that tools and procedures not specifically recommended by the manufacturer will not compromise the
safety of personnel nor jeopardize the safe operation of the vehicle.
• Support the vehicle using wheel chocks and jack stands. Never get under a vehicle that is supported by a jack. Lift
the vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Maintain the vehicle in an area away from exposed flame or persons who are smoking.
• Be aware that a vehicle that is not performing as designed is a potential hazard and must not be operated.
• Test drive the vehicle after any repairs or maintenance. All tests must be conducted in a safe area that is free of both
vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
• Replace damaged or missing warning, caution or information labels.
• Keep complete records of the maintenance history of the vehicle.
The manufacturer cannot anticipate all situations, therefore people attempting to maintain or repair the vehicle
must have the skill and experience to recognize and protect themselves from potential situations that could
result in severe personal injury or death and damage to the vehicle. Use extreme caution and, if unsure as to
the potential for injury, refer the repair or maintenance to a qualified mechanic.
Hydrogen gas is generated in the charging cycle of batteries and is explosive in concentrations as low as 4%.
Because hydrogen gas is lighter than air, it will collect in the ceiling of buildings necessitating proper ventila-
tion. Five air exchanges per hour is considered the minimum requirement.
Never charge a vehicle in an area that is subject to flame or spark. Pay particular attention to natural gas or
Always use a dedicated circuit for each battery charger. Do not permit other appliances to be plugged into the
Chargers must be installed and operated in accordance with charger manufacturers recommendations or
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propane gas water heaters and furnaces.
receptacle when the charger is in operation.
applicable electrical code (whichever is higher).
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