Battery Guides

Lead-acid batteries are workhorses, but they store energy and contain corrosive electrolyte. Safe handling protects people, equipment, and the batteries themselves. Personal and site safety Wear eye protection and appropriate gloves when handling batteries or checking flooded cells. Keep metal tools from bridging terminals — short circuits can cause sparks, burns, or explosions. Work in a well-ventilated area; charging can produce hydrogen gas. Have a plan for spills: neutral