allen MP235, Safety & Operation Manual

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SECTION 3
SERVICE
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Battery - Jump Start
Battery Jump Start Procedures
Occasionally it may be necessary to jump start a weak battery. If jump starting is necessary the
following procedure is recommended to prevent starter damage, battery damage, and personal injury.
Jump starting a battery incorrectly can cause the battery to explode, resulting in severe personal
injury or death. Do not smoke or allow any ignition sources near the battery and do not start a
frozen battery.
Electrical arching can cause severe personal injury. Do not allow the positive and negative cable
ends to touch.
1. Use a battery that has the same voltage(12V) as the one used with your engine.
2. Attach one end of the positive booster cable (red) to the positive (+) terminal of the booster
battery. Attach the other end to the (+) terminal of your engine battery.
3. Attach one end of the negative booster cable (black) to the negative (-) terminal on the booster.
Attach the other end of the negative cable to your engine battery.
4. Jump starting in any other manner may result in damage to the battery or the electrical system.
Over cranking the engine can cause damage to the starter. If the starter is engaged for
more than 15 seconds wait 5 minutes to let the starter cool.
When using lights or high amperage drawing accessories, idle the engine for a period of
20 minutes to bring the battery to a charging state.