1. Keep FLAMES, SPARKS, METALLIC OBJECTS away from top of battery.
   
   
2. Add water FREQUENTLY to maintain CORRECT level.
   
   
3. Read instruction on PROPER charger setting.
   
   
4. Allow battery to charge FULLY before using.
   
   
5. Use hydrometer to check state of charge.
   
   
6. Keep battery top area clean and dry.
   
   
7. Allow battery to COOL down before using after charging.
   
   
8. Keep charging equipment in good repair; clean occasionally by blowing out with compressed air.
   
   
9. Give COLD batteries EXTRA time to charge.
   
   
10. Wash and neutralize batteries when required.

DON'Ts

1. Don't over discharge batteries.
   
   
2. DON'T add TOO MUCH water.
   
   
3. Don't change batteries UNNECESSARILY.
   
   
4. DON'T DISCONNECT battery before turning charger OFF.
   
   
5. Don't damage connectors by dropping on floor.
   
   
6. Don't lift batteries with chains only - USE A SPREADER BAR.
   
   
7. Don't MEDDLE with charger adjustments.
   
   
8. Don't add anything OTHER THAN WATER to batteries.
   
   
9. Don't IGNORE problems. Eliminate them with proper action.
   
   
10. Don't GUESS about batteries and chargers. ASK questions - be informed, be safe and productive.