9-10 In case of emergency/Jump starting
Jump starting
tem inspected.
eye protectors, and remove metal
objects such as rings, bands or
other metal jewelry.
WARNING
. Be sure the jumper cables and
clamps on them do not have
. Battery fluid is SULFURIC ACID.
loose or missing insulation.
Do not let it come in contact with
Do not jump start unless cables
the eyes, skin, clothing or the
in suitable condition are avail-
vehicle.
able.
If battery fluid gets on you,
. A running engine can be danger-
thoroughly flush the exposed
ous. Keep your fingers, hands,
area with water immediately. Get
clothing, hair and tools away
medical help if the fluid has
from the cooling fan, belts and
entered your eyes.
any other moving engine parts.
If battery fluid is accidentally
Removing rings, watches and
swallowed, immediately drink a
ties is advisable.
large amount of milk or water,
. Jump starting is dangerous if it
and obtain immediate medical
done incorrectly. If you are un-
help.
sure about the proper procedure
Keep everyone including chil-
for jump starting, consult a com-
dren away from the battery.
petent mechanic.
. The gas generated by a battery
explodes if a flame or spark is
When your vehicle does not start due to a
brought near it. Do not smoke or
run down (discharged) battery, the vehicle
light a match while jump starting.
may be jump started by connecting your
. Never attempt jump starting if the
battery to another battery (called the
discharged battery is frozen. It
booster battery) with jumper cables.
could cause the battery to burst
or explode.
. Whenever working on or around
a battery, always wear suitable