Dead C50

[eb77k]

mtalicarox, the old guy is right this time. No ones hammering you, so relax. The old guy is right.

[mtalicarox]

negative.. i'll stick with waht i know you believe what you want

[Easy Rider]

Originally Posted by mtalicarox

we'll have to agree to disagree.. cause i've learned one thing youve learned another.. having 50 years of experience doesnt mean its right either.. just means you are older

No, it means that you are too stubborn to accept a little constructive criticism.

What you think you "learned" is just fragments of what you remember. Unfortunately it is incomplete and inaccurate.


If you think you are right, go look it up. You might actually learn something this time.

[Easy Rider]

Originally Posted by mtalicarox

negative.. i'll stick with waht i know you believe what you want

None are so blind as those who WILL not see!

Sad.

[mtalicarox]

can be turned around and said to yuo about the same thing.. so that quote is meaningless in this scenario

[TFee3]

I have to agree with Easy Rider. EVERYTHING he said about diluting battery acid with water is true. If you check your facts in a medical book, you will find the quickest way to get battery acid off, which is sulfuric acid, is flush it liberally with water. That crap they taught you in Scouts is just that, a bunch of crap. Sulfuric acid is highly soluble, and what's left in the water that flushes over your skin is so weak that it won't burn you. I had a car battery blow up in my face one day. I went in and immediately took a shower to get it off. It barely left red marks where it slopped on me. If you're worried about slopping that stuff on your hands, then have your garden hose handy and wash it off immediately. You certainly don't have to go to the hospital to get it off. Also, if it slops in your eyes, go IMMEDIATELY to a faucet and stick your eyes under the flow. If you do nothing and go to the hospital, you'll have serious burns they can do nothing about. Don't be concerned about handling batteries. Unless they have a broken case and are leaking out the sides, they're not very dangerous.

[rathr-b-cruisin]

I have to chime in on this one too and say that Easy rider is right on this one.

NASD: Battery Safety

Safety Tips for Working With Batteries

Keep sparks and flames away from the battery. Inspect the battery in natural light.
Remove wrist watches, which might make electrical contact and create sparks.
Wear safety goggles or a face shield when inspecting or cleaning the battery.
If acid does enter the eye, immediately flood with running water for at least 30 minutes. See a doctor as soon as possible.
If acid contacts the skin, wash the affected area immediately with plenty of water.
Avoid chemical burns by not rubbing eyes or skin while working with the battery.
Wash your hands immediately after completing the job.
Clean up all acid spills and flush clothing with a water and baking soda solution.
Vent caps should be tight and level. Placing a damp cloth over vent caps when charging may act as a flame arrester.
Keep batteries away from children.
Smoking or open flames should never be present in a battery area, and ventilation is important.
Store batteries in a cool, dry place. Storage temperature should be between 80ºF and 32ºF.
Don't make live connection directly to the battery. Explosive gases can be set off by a match, incorrect connection of battery cables, and careless use of tools around the battery.
Use proper lifting techniques when moving batteries. Batteries are small, but heavy and awkward to lift.

[womper]

interesting to read...
Lead-Acid Battery Info