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Battery installation
NOTICE
To reduce the chance of sparks: Whenever the battery is removed,
disconnect the black (negative) cable first.When reinstalling the
battery. finally install the black (negative) cable.
1. Clean battery cables and terminals with a hard wire brush.
Corrosion can be removed with a solution of 1 cup water and 1
tablespoon baking soda.Rinse well and dry thoroughly.
2. Put the battery in the tray.
3. Connect and tighten the red (positive) cable.
4. Connect and tighten the black (negative) cable.
5. Install a clear battery vent from the vehicle to the battery
vent.(For conventional batteries only).
6. Install the battery press plate.
7.
Tighten the battery clamp bolt.
8. Verify that cables are properly wired.