Battery safety, and life extension
JoyfulC said:
I agree with the advice to get something like a Canadian Tire Eliminator battery booster.
If you do, make sure it gets used, either boosting(recharge immediately after using) or using the light or air compressor(depending on model), and recharge it every two months. Leaving it sit longer than 3 months will kill the battery pack.
[QUOTE-JoyfulC]Always be cautious boosting a battery, though. Be sure you get the cables hooked up the right way, attach the negative to a ground rather than to the terminal, and never look directly at the battery when hooking it up. Batteries can explode and spew acid -- you wouldn't want to get it in your eyes. Protective glasses is a good idea, but failing that, at least make every effort to shield your face.
..c..[/QUOTE]Also don't smoke or have open flame around the battery.