General Information

CAUTION: Batteries produce explosive gases, contain corrosive acid, and supply levels of electrical current high enough to cause burns. Therefore, to reduce the risk of personal injury when working near a battery:
^ Always shield your eyes and avoid leaning over the battery whenever possible.
^ Do not expose the battery to open flames or sparks.
^ Do not allow the battery electrolyte to contact the eyes or the skin. Flush immediately and thoroughly any contacted areas with water and get medical help.
^ Follow each step of the lump starting procedure in order.
^ Treat both the booster and the discharged batteries carefully when using the jumper cables.

Battery Description And Operation:

The maintenance free battery is the standard original equipment battery. There are no vent plugs in the cover. The maintenance - free battery is completely sealed except for 2 small vent holes in the side. These vent holes release the small amount of gas that is produced in the battery.

The battery has 3 functions as a major source of energy:
^ Engine cranking
^ Voltage stabilization
^ An alternate source of energy with a generator overload

The battery specification label (example below) contains the following:
^ The test ratings
^ The original equipment catalog number.
^ The recommended replacement model number