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Tips for Safely Servicing Your Tractor Battery

Oct. 21 2020 Tractor Safety By Team Tractor and Equipment

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Make sure to regularly check your tractor battery.

If you find any battery issues, stop using the tractor.

Identify the cause.  Fix the battery right away. 

Servicing a tractor battery can be dangerous.  It is important that you follow some very specific safety guidelines.  This will help prevent injuries. 

To prevent battery explosions:

  • Before performing any battery service work, first disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  • Connect the positive (+) battery terminal first after the service work.
  • Use extreme caution when handling batteries.
  • Keep sparks, cigarettes, and open flames far away from the battery.
  • Avoid placing any metal piece across the battery posts
  • Wear protective goggles and gloves.
  • Note that a battery can emit flammable/explosive gasses.

Administering first aid for skin that comes in contact with battery acid:

  • Avoid letting your skin touch the battery electrolyte.
  • Immediately flush the skin with plenty of water.
  • Immediately seek medical attention.

To prevent acid burns:

  • Beware: The battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid that is poisonous and can cause serious burns.
  • Fill batteries with electrolyte in a well-ventilated area.
  • Avoid inhaling fumes during filling or recharging the battery.
  • Wear protective goggles and gloves.

Administering first-aid for when acid is swallowed:

  • Drink a large amount of milk to neutralize the acid.
  • Immediately seek medical attention.

Administering first-aid for eyes that come in contact with acid:

  • Immediately flush eyes with running water for 15-30 minutes.
  • Immediately seek medical attention.

If you need any further help or have any questions about batteries, or anything else, please contact your dealer, local mechanic, or call us at 602-734-9944.  Please ask about our current new and used tractor supply.


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