Battery Description and Operation: Notes
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 jump starting procedure in order.
- Treat both the booster and the discharged batteries carefully when using the jumper cables.
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