Maintenance, Observe and obey, Check the batteries – Snorkel SPX10 User Manual
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
with Maintenance Information
Maintenance
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Observe and Obey:
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Only routine maintenance items specified in
this manual shall be performed by the operator.
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Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be
completed by qualified service technicians,
according to the manufacturer's specifications
and the requirements specified in the
responsibilities manual.
Maintenance Symbols Legend
The following symbols have
been used in this manual to help communicate
the intent of the instructions. When one or more
of the symbols appear at the beginning of a
maintenance procedure, it conveys the
meaning below.
Indicates that tools will be required to
perform this procedure.
Indicates that new parts will be required
to perform this procedure.
Check the Batteries
Proper battery condition is essential to good
engine performance and operational safety.
Improper fluid levels or damaged cables and
connections can result in engine component
damage and hazardous conditions.
Electrocution hazard
Contact with hot or live circuits may result in
death or serious injury. Remove all rings,
watches and other jewelry.
Bodily injury hazard
Batteries contain acid. Avoid spilling or
contacting battery acid. Neutralize battery acid
spills with baking soda and water.
1 Put on protective clothing and eye wear.
2 Be sure that the battery cable
connections are tight and free of
corrosion.
3 Be sure that the battery hold-down bars
are secure.
4 Remove the battery vent caps.
5 Check the battery acid level. If needed,
replenish with distilled water to the bottom
of the battery fill tube. Do not overfill.
6 Install the vent caps.