3-1 Preparation Items
Preparation Items Specification Purpose
PPE (personal protective equipment): Up to 1,000V For protection from high voltage
electrical shock.
Insulated gloves
Insulated shoes
–
Safety shield
– To protect eyes when around high
voltage components and wiring.
Safety Glasses
Leather glovesMust be able to fasten tight around
the wrist (worn over insulated
gloves) . To protect insulated gloves.
Wrenches
Size:10mm To remove the 12-volt battery terminal bolt.
Solvent resistant protection gloves
Solvent resistant protectionshoes –To utilize in the event of a high voltage
battery electrolytic solution leak.
Absorbent pad The same pad used for internal combustion engine fluids can beused. To absorb any high voltage battery
electrolytic solution leakage.
Standard fire fightingequipment Standard fire fighting equipment.
Depending on type of fire (vehicle
or battery) use standard fire
fighting equipment (water or
extinguisher) . To extinguish a fire.
Insulated tape Insulating To cover any damaged harnesses to protect from and prevent electrical
shock. Tape should cover all bare or
damaged wire.
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