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8-3. Cleaning Unit
Clean unit exterior, including stainless steel if so equipped, frequently to prevent rust.
NOTICE
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Use of a power washer is acceptable; however, cover or avoid electrical parts and the Engine Control Unit (ECU) located on the upper
left side of the center upright.
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Stop engine and let cool.
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Generator Brush
Mark and disconnect leads at brushhold-
er cap. Remove brushes.
Replace brushes if damaged or if brush
material is at or near minimum length.
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New Length:
1-1/4 in. (32 mm)
Minimum Length:
5/8 in. (16 mm)
8-4. Checking Generator Brushes
Replace Damaged Brushes
8-5. Battery Replacement
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Stop engine.
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Battery Locator Bracket
Mounting Holes
Access battery as shown in Section
5-4. Disconnect battery.
Remove J-bolts securing battery
and remove battery.
Battery locator brackets can be
moved to accommodate batteries
of different physical sizes.
Install and secure replacement bat-
tery.
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Connect negative (
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) battery
cable last.
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Tools Needed:
Larger Battery
Smaller Battery
View From Top Of Unit
8-6. Battery Maintenance
Lead acid batteries discharge when stored in any temperature. Units that are stored should have the battery recharged every three months and before
being put into service. To preserve optimum battery performance and life, recharge battery in storage when the open
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circuit voltage drops to 12.4 volts
DC when measured across the battery terminals.
