Observing the following precautions when using
booster cables to start a disabled machine.
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C. Using Booster Cables
AVOID BATTERY HAZARDS
-Flammable gas (hydrogen gas) is generated in the battery. Do not allow sparks or flames to come in
contact with batteries to avoid triggering an explosion.
-Do not allow the vehicle or machine used for boosting to touch metal to metal with the disabled
machine.
-Wear hard hat, approved safety glasses or face shield rubber, gloves and other safety equipment
when working with batteries.
-Do not allow the booster cable clips to come in contact with each other once connected to a battery.
-The negative cable, when connected to the upper frame of disabled machine, may arc causing sparks.
Connect the booster cable to a ground surface in the engine compartment as far as possible from the
battery.
-If the battery fluid is frozen, do not attempt to start the disabled machine. Either allow batteries to
thaw and then charge or replace the batteries.
-Follow the order indicated in the next page for connecting or disconnecting the booster cables.
-Use the battery of which the capacity is equivalent to that of the machine in out of order for the
machine in normal condition.
-Select suitable size for the booster cables and clips according to battery size.
-Do not use booster cables that are damaged, i.e., broken insulation, damaged clamps or damaged by
corrosion.
-Connect clip securely.
-Check that the safety lock lever is to the locked position.
-Check that control lever has returned to neutral position.
-The starter key switches on both machines in normal condition and out of order must be held in off
condition. When the power was connected, it may unexpectedly start and cause accident.
Follow the order indicated in the section "3.1.7.D
Connecting / Disconnecting Booster Cables".
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