Scotts S2048 - Manual (Page 60)

Service Electrical - Page 56
SERVICE ELECTRICAL
Charging the Battery
Before you charge a battery:
• Wait until the battery has warmed to room
temperature. Do not charge a frozen battery.
Turn OFF and unplug the charger before you connect
cables to the battery or disconnect cables from the
battery.
If the battery becomes warm to touch during charging:
• Reduce the charging rate OR
NOTE: Your charger may have an AUTOMATIC
STOP to prevent charging the battery:
• Stop charging the battery until it cools.
• When the battery is fully charged OR
• When the battery is not in condition to take a charge.
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CAUTION: Avoid injury. BE VERY CAREFUL:
• Battery fluid (electrolyte), is a solution of
water and sulfuric acid. It is very harmful to
eyes, skin, and clothing.
• Wear goggles or an eye shield when you
work with a battery.
• If the acid contacts your eyes, skin, or
clothing, flush the area immediately with
water. Get medical help, if necessary.
• A battery gives off gas which can explode.
An exploding battery will spray sulfuric acid
in all directions.
• Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away
from the battery.
• Charge the battery in an area with good
ventilation.
• DO NOT charge a frozen battery.