Maintenance
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Battery. Maintenance
WARNING!
Fire and explosion hazard. Batteries
must never be exposed to naked flames or
sparks.
WARNING!
Never confuse the positive and neg-
ative poles on the batteries. Risk of arcing and
explosion.
WARNING!
Battery electrolyte is highly corro-
sive. Always protect your eyes, skin and clothes
when handling batteries. Always use protective
goggles and gloves. If acid comes into contact
with your skin, wash with soap and plenty of wa-
ter. If you get battery acid in your eyes, flush at
once with lots of water, and seek medical assis-
tance immediately.
Connection and disconnection
When you connect batteries, first connect the + cable
(red) to the + pole on the battery. Then connect the -
cable (black) to the - pole on the battery.
When you disconnect batteries, connect the - cable
(black) first, then the + cable (red).
Cleaning
Keep the batteries dry and clean. Contamination and
oxide on the batteries and battery posts can cause
stray currents, voltage drop and discharge, especially
in wet weather. Clean oxidation from the battery posts
and cable clamps with a brass brush. Tighten the ca-
ble clamps securely and grease them with terminal
grease or petroleum jelly.
Filling
The electrolyte level should be 5-10mm above the cell
plates in the battery. Add
distilled water
as needed.
After filling, the battery should be charged for at least
30 minutes by running the engine at fast idle. NOTE!
Some maintenance-free batteries have special in-
structions, which must be followed.
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