Product Manual

General Information
Owner’s Manual for Stationary Generators 11
• Discharge static electricity from the body before
touching the battery by first touching a grounded
metal surface.
• Wear full eye protection, protective clothing, and
gloves when handling a battery.
• Immediately wash down spilled electrolyte with an
acid neutralizing agent. Use a solution of 1 pound
(500 grams) bicarbonate of soda to 1 gallon (4
liters) of water. Add the bicarbonate of soda
solution until evidence of reaction (foaming) has
ceased. Flush the resulting liquid with water.
Corrosion Protection
Periodically wash and wax the enclosure using
automotive type products. Frequent washing is
recommended in salt water/coastal areas.