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WARNING SUMMARY - Continued

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DESCRIPTIONS

- Continued

WARNING

LEAD-ACID BATTERIES

Avoid battery electrolyte contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. If battery electrolyte

spills, take the following immediate action to stop burning effects:

External - If battery electrolyte contacts skin, immediately flush affected area with

cold running water. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

Eyes - If battery electrolyte contacts eyes, immediately flush eyes with cold water for

15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention. IMPORTANT - If only one eye is

affected, ensure the affected eye is always kept lower then the unaffected eye, during

both flushing and transport. This will keep the the affected eye from draining into and

contaminating the unaffected eye. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to

personnel.

Internal - If battery electrolyte is ingested, drink large amounts of water or milk. Follow

with milk of magnesia, a beaten egg or vegetable oil and seek immediate medical

attention. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

Clothing or vehicle - immediately flush area with cold water and neutralize battery

electrolyte with baking soda or household ammonia solution. Failure to comply may

result in injury or death to personnel.

Batteries produce explosive gases. Do not smoke or use open flame near batteries.

Do not allow hot, parking or glowing objects near batteries. If batteries are giving off

gases, the presence of heat, flame, or spark may cause fire and/or explosion. Failure

to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

Wear proper eye protection, gloves, and an apron when working near batteries.

Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

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