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7 - MAINTENANCE
Auxiliary battery connections
WARNING
Improper operation or service of this machine can result in an accident.
An error connecting auxiliary starting cables or short-circuiting battery terminals can cause an acci-
dent. Connect auxiliary starting cables as instructed in this manual.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
W0263A
WARNING
Explosion hazard!
Booster batteries or jumper cables must be connected properly to prevent battery explosion and/or
damage to the electrical system. Connect positive to positive and negative to negative.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
W0343A
Prior operation:
Keep all unauthorized personnel clear of the area. Shift the machine to neutral with the parking brake applied, and
the attachment lowered to the ground.
Make sure that the voltage of the booster batteries is
the same as that of the machine system (24 volts).
1. Turn off the ignition and all accessories on the ma-
chine(s).
2. Remove the battery terminal cover.
3. Connect one end of the positive (+) cable to the positive
(+) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other
end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal
of the discharged battery.
4. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) termi-
nal on the booster battery.
5. Connect the other end of the negative cable to the en-
gine block or frame of the machine with the discharged
battery. Do not connect the negative cable to sheet
metal or any rotating part, as damage can result. Do
not connect to the negative terminal on the battery.
6. Start the engine.
7. Always remove the booster battery negative (-) cable
from the machine first, then from the booster battery.
Remove the positive (+) cable from the machine and
then from the booster battery.
NOTICE: Do not connect booster battery cables to sheet metal or any rotating part, as damage can result.
8. Install the terminal covers.
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