| TomVal |
12-23-2014 03:03 PM |
Another caution is the potential of igniting a vapor source with a shop light or heat gun. I had this happen while working on my car back in the 70's. I was wearing eye protection at the time. I was leaning over the engine compartment while reaching back for my shop light. I inadvertently passed the hot light too close to the battery. The battery exploded directly under my chin, blowing my goggles off and throwing me back against the garage wall. I was temporarily blinded and lost my hearing for about an hour. Other than a few acid burns, I dodged a career ending bullet. Just another reason to consider wearing eye protection around the shop.
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