KIA Rio_Rio5 2005 - Manual (Page 205)

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WARNING - Recharging Battery
When recharging the battery, observe the
following precautions:
• The battery must be removed from the
vehicle and placed in an area with good
ventilation.
• Do not allow cigarettes, sparks, or flame
near the battery.
• Watch the battery during charging, and stop
or reduce the charging rate if the battery
cells begin gasing (boiling) violently or if the
temperature of the electrolyte of any cell
exceeds 49°C (120°F).
• Wear eye protection when checking the
battery during charging.
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• Disconnect the battery charger in the
following order.
1. Turn off the battery charger main switch.
2. Unhook the negative clamp from the
negative battery terminal.
3. Unhook the positive clamp from the
positive battery terminal.
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NOTICE
• Before performing battery maintenance or
recharging, turn OFF all accessories and stop
the engine.
• When remounted battery, disconnect the
negative (–) battery cable first. When re-
installing the battery, reconnect the negative (–)
battery cable last.
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