Portable Generator User Manual

MQP20P STANDBY GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (11/28/11) — PAGE 11
BATTERY SAFETY
DANGER
 DO NOT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
 DO NOT expose the battery to open fl ames,
sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gases and liquids come into contact with a
fl ame or spark, an explosion could occur.
WARNING
 ALWAYS wear safety glasses when handling
the battery to avoid eye irritation. The battery
contains acids that can cause injury to the
eyes and skin.
 Use well-insulated gloves when picking up the battery.
 ALWAYS keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged, combustible gas will build up.
 ALWAYS recharge the battery in a well-ventilated
environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration
of combustible gasses.
 If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with clothing or skin, rinse skin or clothing
immediately with plenty of water.
 If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with eyes, rinse eyes immediately with plenty
of water and contact the nearest doctor or hospital to
seek medical attention.
CAUTION
 ALWAYS disconnect the NEGATIVE battery terminal
before performing service on the generator.
 ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.
ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
NOTICE
 Dispose of hazardous waste properly.
Examples of potentially hazardous waste
are used motor oil, fuel and fuel fi lters.
 DO NOT use food or plastic containers to
dispose of hazardous waste.
 DO NOT
pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground,
down a drain or into any water source.
SAFETY INFORMATION