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TK 56171-2-OP-EN
Jump Starting
If unit battery is discharged or run down, unit may be jump started using
jumper cables and another battery or vehicle. Consider the following
precautions and be careful when jump starting a unit.
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A battery can be dangerous. A battery contains a flammable gas that can
ignite or explode. A battery stores enough electricity to burn you if it
discharges quickly. A battery contains battery acid that can burn you.
Always wear goggles or safety glasses and personal protective equipment
when working with a battery. If you get battery acid on you, immediately
flush it with water and get medical attention.
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Unhook the semi tractor from the trailer before using the tractor to jump
start the unit on the trailer. The negative ground circuit is complete when
the tractor is hooked to the trailer. This can cause dangerous sparks when
the positive connection is made at the battery.
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using a vehicle, make sure it has a 12 volt battery with a negative
ground system. Do not use a “hot shot” booster device or a 24
volt source.
Read and understand the following procedure completely before connecting
and jumper cables. Use good jumper cables made with #2 gauge (or larger)
cables.
1. Verify unit is turned off. If you are using a vehicle, verify its ignition is
also turned off.
2. Open front doors on unit. Battery is located on the right of engine.
3. Check discharged battery to verify it is not damaged or frozen. Do not
jump start a damaged or frozen battery. Check vent caps to verify they
are tight.
4. Identify positive (+) and negative (–) battery terminals.
5. Remove red cover from positive (+) battery terminal on the unit’s battery.
