DANGERAlways assume a damaged vehicle's High Voltage (HV) system is charged and energized! Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Failure to wear PPE can result electric shock, burns and/or exposure to toxic materials which will lead to death or serious injury.
- Damage to a high voltage battery may result in immediate or delayed release of toxic/flammable gasses and/or fire.
- Exposed HV components, wires, and batteries present high voltage shock hazards.
- Venting of vapors/gasses from HV batteries may be toxic and/or flammable.
DANGERThis vehicle contains a high voltage Rechargeable Energy Storage System (RESS). An improperly handled or damaged RESS can cause electrical shock and/or fire, which will result in death or serious injury.
- RESS must only be serviced by a qualified technician using proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Do not touch RESS connecter terminals with fingers, tools, jewelry, or other metal objects.
- Do not disconnect, disassemble, or use RESS for other than its intended use.
- Improper charging, impact or exposure to fire can damage the RESS.
- A damaged RESS can leak electrolyte and/or generate flammable gas.
DANGERA damaged RESS can leak electrolyte. Contact with electrolyte will cause serious chemical burns or blindness.
- Always wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while handling RESS.
- If electrolyte comes in contact with eyes, skin, or clothing, rinse affected area with clean water and seek medical attention immediately.
- See Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for more details available at sds.harley-davidson.com
WARNINGMisused or abused lithium-ion batteries can get hot, explode or ignite, or potentially release gas, smoke or liquid. Always follow battery safety precautions. Misuse or abuse of lithium-ion batteries could result in death or serious injury. (07729b)
Be sure all personnel are notified that the vehicle is an EV containing High Voltage. Only properly trained personnel should move and transport the vehicle for service or storage. Always wear proper PPE when working with a possible damaged vehicle. See Work Environment → Personal Protective Equipment.
Approach the vehicle from the rear at a 45º angle. Never approach the vehicle from the front. Stay out of the path of potential travel. Make sure the vehicle is disabled. See the vehicle Service Manual.
NOTE
It may not be possible to estimate the full extent of damage. The high voltage battery could ignite at anytime up to 24 hours or more after being damaged. If any smoke, sparks, flames, gurgling or bubbling sounds are noticed at anytime during handling, immediately evacuate the area and call emergency responders.
Do not use metal components, such as chains and slings, to move, transport or secure vehicle. To avoid the chance of further damage, if the vehicle will not roll do not push or drag the vehicle. The vehicle should be lifted and transported in an upright position. Ensure that the vehicle is properly secured to hold it in the upright position during transportation or storage.