Safety precautions for the battery

Observe the safety precautions and protective measures.

No smoking.

Do not allow open flame, glow or sparks in the vicinity of the battery because of explosion and fire hazards.

Wear safety glasses as battery acid is highly corrosive.

In case of acid splashes in the eye or on the skin flood with clear, cool running water. Afterwards, immediately see a doctor.

Wash the clothing with water.

Explosion and fire hazards, avoid short circuits.

Charge the battery only in assembled state within the knitting machine.

Danger of Acid Burns
Battery acid is highly corrosive.
During normal operation the contact with the battery acid is excluded. In case of destruction of the housing, the battery acid can escape.

Batteries are sensitive to mechanical damages. Handle with care.

Danger of Short Circuit
The contacts of the battery are always under tension, therefore, do not place objects or tools on the battery.

Battery contains lead (Pb)
Do not dispose the battery as household waste.
Dispose the battery in an environmentally responsible manner.
Bring the battery to a collection facility for used batteries.