Volvo 2007 S80 - Manual (Page 187)

06 Maintenance and specifications
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Battery
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Warning symbols on the battery Handling
• Check that the battery cables are correctly
connected and tightened.
• Never disconnect the battery when the
engine is running.
The service life and function of the battery is
influenced by factors such as the number of
starts, discharging, driving style, driving con-
ditions, climatic conditions etc.
Never use a quick charger to charge the
battery.
Use protective goggles
Store the battery out of the
reach of children.
Avoid sparks and naked
flames.
Read the owner’s manual
Contains corrosive acid.
Risk of explosion
NOTE
An expended battery must be recycled in an
environmentally responsible manner as it
contains lead.
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WARNING
Batteries can generate oxyhydrogen gas,
which is highly explosive. One spark, which
can be generated if you connect jump leads
incorrectly, is sufficient to make the battery
explode. The battery contains sulphuric
acid, which can cause serious burns. If the
acid comes into contact with eyes, skin or
clothing, flush with large quantities of water.
If acid splashes into the eyes, seek medical
attention immediately.
NOTE
The life of the battery is shortened if it be-
comes discharged repeatedly.