PrecautionIf treated with care and taking the proper precautions, lead acid batteries can be handled safely with minimum risk.However, lead acid batteries contain sulfuric acid which is both poisonous and corrosive.This makes them potentially hazardous and can cause serious injury when standard handling procedures and safety measures are not respected.No sparks, flames or Smoking.Shield eyes.Keep children away.Corrosive hazard.Explosion hazard.Read instruction manual carefully.Flush eyes immediately with water. Get medical help fast.SafetyAlways wear acid resistant clothing, protective goggles, PVC gloves and rubber boots.Avoid smoking, sparks and flames near operating or charging lead acid batteries.Keep metal objects away from terminals.Batteries are heavy. Lift carefully and do not place on unstable surfaces.Always wear protective clothing, gloves and goggles when handling batteriesDo not smoke near batteriesNeutralize acid spills with baking soda immediatelyCharge with vent caps securely in placeProvide proper ventilation during charging to prevent gas build up.Keep flames, sparks or metal objects away from batteries (use insulated tools)Keep batteries clean and dryCheck that all vent caps are tightCheck that all connections are tight (see recommended torque values)Use a solution of baking soda and water to clean if there is acid residue on batteries or corrosion on the terminalsEmergency ActionSplashes in eyes : Wash out the eye with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.Splashes on skin : Remove contaminated clothing carefully and wash the affected skin areas with plenty of waterSwallowed : Drink copious amounts of milk of magnesia, water or milk. Do not induce vomiting.StorageKeep batteries upright.Never stack over 4 layers.Batteries should not be directly exposed to the sun.Never drop, never overthrow.Keep batteries clean and always store in a cool, dry place.Terminal protectors or protectant spray can be applied to terminals to reduce corrosionBatteries should be fully charged prior to and during storageNever store discharged batteriesStore batteries in a cool, dry place Recharge batteries prior to putting them back into service, ensuring they are fully charged