The battery is equipped with two flat threaded terminals designed for
a 5/16” or M8 size ring terminal lug and secured by included M8 bolts,
flat washers and lock washers. When using flat washers, it is critical to
place the ring terminal lug in direct contact with the top surface of the
power terminal and then place the washers on top of the lug.
Connect the positive and negative battery cables with correct
polarity and double check the polarity of battery circuit to avoid
potential equipment and battery damage.
DO NOT place any washers between the battery power terminal and
the ring terminal lug, as this could create a high resistance path and
cause excessive heating of the connection which could then lead to
permanent battery damage or fire. If you must attach more than one
lug to each terminal, make sure at least 1/4” or 6mm of thread is
available to secure the connection. Additionally, the ring terminal lugs
need to be “clocked” in such a way that they do not interfere with
their flat conducting surfaces. Acquire and use longer M8x1.25mm
bolts if necessary.
Tighten both M8 power terminal bolts to a maximum of 108in-
lbs/12.2Nm to ensure there is good contact with the ring terminal lug.
Over tightening terminal connections can cause terminal breakage
and loose connections can result in power terminal meltdown or fire.
Battery Installation
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