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Make sure the main switch (on applica-
ble models) is “OFF” before working on
the battery.
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Reversal of the battery leads will dam-
age the rectifier.
8
Connect the RED lead first when
installing the battery and disconnect
the RED lead last when removing it.
Otherwise, the electrical system can be
damaged.
8
The electrical contacts of the battery
and cables must be clean and properly
connected, or the battery will not start
the engine.
Connect the RED lead to the POSITIVE (+)
terminal first. Then connect the BLACK
lead to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal.
8
Using a single battery
Connect both red cables
1
and
2
to the
(+) terminal.
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Do not leave cable
2
unconnected. If it
accidentally contacts the NEGATIVE (-)
terminal of the battery, there will be a
short circuit. Electrical system damage
and a fire could result.
1
Large red lead for starting battery
2
Small red lead for accessory battery charg-
ing (optional part)
3
Large black lead
4
Battery
8
Using an accessory battery
Use a connecting cable between the (-)
terminals of the starting battery and
accessory battery. See the illustrations of
the wiring connections. This cable must
be made from wire equivalent to the start-
ing battery cable
3
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