Re: need a wizard....
As the battery charges the electrolyte heats up and expands. As it expands it will be expelled from the battery vents. This can be very messy and the electrolyte is very acidic, and can/will damage whatever it comes in contact with.<br /><br />This is the simple of it. Was the fluid used to overfill the battery water or acid? Acid should be used for the initial fill only! After that purified water is preferred. Beyond the acid spill and the resulting damge and problem, there should be little concern with the battery itself.<br /><br />Best bet is to get a turkey baster, a bucket, baking soda, more water and suck out the excess battery electrolyte. You will want to disolve the baking soda in as little water as possible, This in my experience helps control the acid better. Be cautious as the baking soda will foam up as the acid is introduced to it. This will cause a rise in the level in your bucket and possibly an overflow. Wear eye protection, rubber gloves and preferrably a rubber apron. Minimum use eye protection and have plenty of water available. After you have finished sutionig the battery acid, replace the battery caps and wash the battery and surrounding area with plenty of baking soda and water, then rinse thoroughly. Shower as soon after as is possible just in case of skin contact. Battery acid is very corrosive and skin contact will result in a chemical burn. Wear clothes that you don't care about, and wash them seperately.<br /><br />Good luck, and happy boating.
