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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 16-25
Battery
                           NOTICE
  Do not remove the aluminum sealing sheet [A] from
  the filler ports [B] until just prior to use. Be sure to
  use the dedicated electrolyte container for correct
  electrolyte volume.

                            DANGER
  Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte can cause severe
  burns. To prevent burns, wear protective clothing
  and safety glasses when handling electrolyte. If
  the electrolyte comes in contact with your skin or
  eyes, wash the area with liberal amounts of water
  and seek medical attention for more severe burns.

• Place the battery on a level surface.
• or holestoinseeit. that the sealing sheet has no peeling, tears,
  Check

• Remove the sealing sheet.
                              NOTE
  ○The battery is vacuum sealed. If the sealing sheet has
   leaked air into the battery, it may require a longer initial
   charge.

• Remove    the electrolyte container from the vinyl bag.
• aside, thesestrip
  Detach   the       of caps [A] from the container and set
                will be used later to seal the battery.
                              NOTE
  ○Do not pierce or otherwise open the sealed cells [B] of
    the electrolyte container. Do not attempt to separate
    individual cells.

• Place the electrolyte container upside down with the six
  sealed cells into the filler ports of the battery. Hold the
  container level, push down to break the seals of all six
  cells. You will see air bubbles rising into each cell as the
  ports fill.
                              NOTE
  ○Do not tilt the electrolyte container.