10-4Predelivery check012345678910APredelivery checkTo make the delivery process smooth andefficient, the predelivery checks should becompleted as explained below.Checking the batteryBattery electrolyte is dangerous; it con-tains sulfuric acid which is poisonous andhighly caustic.Always follow these preventive measures:• Avoid bodily contact with electrolyte asit can cause severe burns or permanenteye injury.• Wear protective eye gear when handlingor working near batteries.Antidote (EXTERNAL):• SKIN - Wash with water.• EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutesand get immediate medical attention.Antidote (INTERNAL):• Drink large quantities of water or milkfollowed with milk of magnesia, beatenegg, or vegetable oil. Get immediatemedical attention.Batteries generate explosive, hydrogengas. Always follow these preventive mea-sures:• Charge batteries in a well-ventilatedarea.• Keep batteries away from fire, sparks oropen flames (example: welding equip-ment, lighted cigarettes).• DO NOT SMOKE when charging or han-dling batteries.KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTEOUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.1. Check the battery electrolyte level. If thelevel is at or below the minimum levelmark a, add distilled water until the levelis between the maximum and minimumlevel marks.2. Check the specific gravity of theelectrolyte. Fully charge the battery ifbelow specification.TIP:• Batteries vary per manufacturer. The proce-dures mentioned in this manual may notalways apply, therefore, consult the instruc-tion manual of the battery.• Disconnect the negative battery cable first,and then the positive battery cable.Checking the cooling water pilot hole1. Start the engine, check that cooling wateris discharged from the cooling water pilothole.Representative ExamplesRecommended battery capacity:CCA/EN: 711A20 HR/IEC: 100AhElectrolyte specific gravity:1.280 at 20 °C (68 °F)aOutline / Predelivery check