1996 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 226

6. Check that thejumper cables don't have loose or missing insulation.If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could also be damaged. Using a match near a battery cancause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don't need to add water to Delco Freedom@ battery the installed in every new GM vehicle. But if a battery hasfiller caps, besure the right amount of fluid is there. If it is low, add water to take care of that first. If you don't, explosive gas could be present. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you. Don't get it on you. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with water andget medical help immediately. Before you connect the cables, here are some things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative (-) or a metal engine part. Don't connect positive to negative (-) (+) or you'll get ashort that would damage the battery and maybe other parts, too. Fans or othermoving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engines are running. 5-5