E-Z-GO FREEDOM TXT 2+2 - Manual (Page 48)

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The electrolyte in a storage battery is an acid solution which can cause severe burns to the skin
and eyes. Treat all electrolyte spills to the body and eyes with extended flushing with clear water.
Contact a physician immediately.
Any electrolyte spills should be neutralized with a solution of 1/4 cup (60 ml)
sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) dissolved in 1 1/2 gallons (6 liters) of water
and flushed with water.
Always wear a safety shield or approved safety goggles when adding water or
charging batteries.
Battery Cleaning
To prevent battery damage, be sure that all battery caps are tightly installed.
To reduce the possibility of damage to vehicle or floor, neutralize acid before rinsing battery.
To reduce the possibility of damage to electrical components while cleaning, do not use a pressure washer.
Cleaning should occur per the Periodic Service Schedule.
When cleaning the outside of the batteries and terminals, do not use a water hose without first spraying the batteries
with a solution of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and water to neutralize any acid deposits. Use of a water hose
without first neutralizing the acid will move the acid from the top of the batteries to another area of the vehicle or storage
facility, where it will attack the metal structure or the concrete/asphalt floor. After hosing down the batteries, a residue
will be left on the batteries, which is conductive and will contribute to the discharge of the batteries
The correct cleaning technique is to spray the top and sides
of the batteries with a solution of baking soda and water. This
solution can be applied with a plastic spray bottle. The solu-
tion should consist of 2 teaspoons (10 ml) sodium bicarbon-
ate (baking soda) dissolved in 1 quart (1 liter) of water. In
addition to the batteries, special attention should be paid to
metallic components adjacent to the batteries, these should
also be sprayed with the baking soda solution.
Allow the solution to set for at least three minutes. Use a soft
bristle brush or cloth to wipe the tops of the batteries in order
to remove any residue that could cause the self-discharge of
the battery. Rinse the entire area with low pressure clear
water.
Cleaning should take place once a month or more often under
harsh conditions. After batteries are clean and dry, the termi-
nals should be coated with a commercially available protec-
tant. Aerosol containers of battery terminal protectant must be
used with extreme care. Insulate the metal container to pre-
vent the can from contacting the battery terminals.
1 quart
(1 liter)
Clear Water
2 Teaspoons
(10 ml)
Sodium
Bicarbonate
(Baking Soda)
Plastic
Spray
Bottle
Preparing Acid Neutralizing Solution