CAUTION
NEVER FILL BATTERY IN MACHINE, AS SPILLS WILL DAMAGE FINISH AND
CAUSE PREMATURE CORROSION AND / OR DAMAGE TO COMPONENTS.
D.
Charge 12 volt battery at 3 - 4 amps until the acid temperature is above 80
o
F
(26
o
C), and the hydrometer reading is 1.250 or higher. Acid temperature must
never exceed 125
o
F while charging.
NOTE
: Both temperature and hydrometer readings must be met.
E.
After charging the battery, check acid levels in all cells and fill each cell with
acid to the proper level.
F.
Re-install vented caps.
G.
Re-install the battery onto the machine in same position as it was before being
removed (terminals side of battery is facing the engine).
H.
Connect the RED positive (+) cable to the positive terminal of the battery and
fasten it securely with the hardware provided.
I.
Connect the BLACK negative (-) cable to the negative terminal of the battery
and fasten it securely with the hardware provided.
CAUTION
When installing the battery, connect the negative (-) cable last to
prevent sparking and shorting.
When disconnecting is required, remove the negative (-) cable
first.
Reverse polarity can cause damage to the starting and charging
system.
After battery has been initially serviced, only water should be added to restore the
liquid level in each cell. Further addition of acid will cause battery failure.
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