Midtronics GR8 1100, Instruction Manual

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7.8 For positive-grounded vehicle, connect the
NEGATIVE
(BLACK)
clamp from the charger to the
NEGATIVE (NEG.,
N, –)
ungrounded post of battery. Then connect the
POSI-
TIVE (RED)
clamp to the
POSITIVE (POS., P, +)
post of the
battery. Do not connect clamp to carburetor, fuel lines, or
sheet-metal body parts.
When disconnecting the charger, turn the switches to
OFF
, disconnect the AC cord, remove the clamp from the
POSITIVE
battery terminal, and then remove the clamp
from the
NEGATIVE
battery terminal.
CAUTION: WHEN POSITIVE (+) POST OF VEHICLE
BATTERY IS GROUNDED, DOUBLE CHECK POLARITY.
8. If it is necessary to remove the battery from the vehicle or
equipment, always remove the grounded terminal from
the battery first.
Risk of explosive gases
A spark near the battery may cause a battery
explosion. Follow these steps when the battery
is installed in the vehicle to reduce the risk of
explosion.
WARNING: Make sure all vehicle loads are OFF to prevent a
possible arc.
8.1 Check the polarity of battery posts.
POSITIVE (POS., P, +)
post usually has larger diameter than
NEGATIVE (NEG.,
N, –)
post.
8.2 Attach at least a 60 cm (24-inch), 6-gauge insulated battery
cable to the negative (–) battery terminal.
8.3 Connect the
POSITIVE (RED)
charger clamp to the
POSI-
TIVE (POS., P, +)
post of battery.
8.4 Position yourself and the free end of cable as far away from
the battery as possible—do not face the battery when
making the final connection—then connect the
NEGA-
TIVE (BLACK)
charger clamp to the free end of the cable.
8.5 When disconnecting the charger, always do so in the re-
verse sequence of the connecting procedure; break the
first connection while staying as far away from the battery
as practical.
8.6
MARINE “BOAT” BATTERIES MUST BE REMOVED AND
CHARGED ON SHORE. TO SAFELY CHARGE THEM ON
BOARD REQUIRES EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY DESIGNED
FOR MARINE USE.
Safety Instructions GR8 1100
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