TNV Operation Manual 103LONG TERMSTORAGETNV Operation ManualThis section of the Operation Manual describesthe procedures necessary to place the engineinto long term storage (six months or longer) andhow to place it back into operation.BEFORE YOU PLACE THEENGINE IN LONG TERMSTORAGEA DANGER0000007enEXPLOSION HAZARD!• NEVER check the remaining batterycharge by shorting out the terminals.This will result in a spark and maycause an explosion or fire. Use ahydrometer to check the remainingbattery charge.• If the electrolyte is frozen, slowly warmthe battery before you recharge it.• Failure to comply will result in death orserious injury.A WARNING0000007enBURN HAZARD!• Batteries contain sulfuric acid. NEVERallow battery fluid to come in contactwith clothing, skin or eyes. Severeburns could result. ALWAYS wearsafety goggles and protective clothingwhen servicing the battery. If contactwith the skin and / or eyes shouldoccur, flush with a large amount ofwater and obtain prompt medicaltreatment.• Failure to comply could result in deathor serious injury.
