Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Safety markings on battery

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Safety markings on battery

1. -	Fires, sparks, naked flames and smoking are prohibited when handling batteries. Avoid sparks as well as electrostatic discharge when working with cables and electrical units. Avoid short circuits. Therefore never lay a tool on a battery.

2. -	Wear eye protection before commencing work on battery.

3. -	Keep children away from acid and batteries.

4. -	Disposal: old batteries are classed as hazardous waste. They may only be disposed of through a suitable collection centre and only in accordance with respective legislation.

5. -	Never dispose of old batteries in household waste system!

6. -	There is a danger of an explosion when working with batteries. A highly explosive gas is produced when batteries are charged.

7. -	Always follow instructions on battery, in ELSA "Electrical System, General Information" and in owner's manual.

8. -	Battery acid is very caustic; therefore wear eye protection and gloves when working with batteries. Do not tilt battery. Acid can leak out of the gas vents of some batteries.

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