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Preparation for Cleaning Batteries
C–3
Preparation for Cleaning Batteries
The appropriate clothing, tools, equipment, and supplies are listed below.
Gather what you need before beginning.
Clothing
Appropriate clothing could include old clothes, rubber boots, or old
shoes. Battery acid is highly corrosive, so wear something you can live
without just in case you splash some on yourself. Be sure to wear rubber
gloves and eye protection.
Tools
p Adjustable wrench or appropriately sized sockets and ratchet for
battery terminals
p Torque wrench
p Soft-bristled brush (a discarded toothbrush works fine)
p 6 inch scrub brush
p Inexpensive ½ inch chip brush or soldering brush
Equipment
p Eye protection
p Rubber gloves
p Water hose with spray nozzle or five gallon watering bucket
p Empty spray bottle
Supplies
p Baking soda. (Always keep on hand in the event of a spill.)
p Hand cleaner or soap
p Towel
p After reattaching cables: anti-corrosion grease (available at auto, RV,
and marine stores)