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ONL844T4E 3/18
BOOSTER BATTERIES
CAUTION: Battery gas can explode.
Keep all flames and sparks away from batteries.
1. Before changing or using booster batteries, check
battery electrolyte level. Add distilled water if
necessary.
2. Booster and main batteries must have the same
voltage rating.
3. First, connect positive (+) terminal of booster
battery to positive (+) terminal of main battery.
Then, connect negative (-) terminal of booster
battery to ground on the engine block (
see Figure
19
).
4. Remove booster battery after starting engine.
5. Sealed batteries: See manufacturer charging and
booster instructions.
SP 17-18. BATTERY CARE
1. Check electrolyte level daily. Add distilled water to
manufacturer’s recommended level.
2. Batteries, cables and cable terminals should
be checked and cleaned every 100 hours.
Clean corrosion with a water and baking soda
solution. Flush with clean water. Tighten terminals
and grease them to inhibit corrosion.
3. Check the battery condition with a hydrometer
every 250 hours.
SP 19. WINTERIZING / OUT-OF-SERVICE
1. Industrial sets:
a. Drain and flush the radiator and cooling system.
Refill with antifreeze-water mixture. Start the
engine and run to circulate the antifreeze.
b. Fill the fuel tank or add biocide as per the
manufacturer's instructions.
c. Change the crankcase oil and filter.
d. Seal the air cleaner inlet, exhaust opening,
crankcase breather pipe, and fuel tank vent with
plastic bags and tape.
e. Loosen the alternator belt.
f. Disconnect and clean battery. Remove to warm
storage place if possible.
g. Clean outside of unit. Paint any scratched or
chipped surfaces. Put corrosion preventative on
all exposed metal surfaces.
h. Store the set in a dry, protected place. If the unit
must be stored outside, be sure it is well
protected with a cover.
Figure 19:
Battery connections.
Servicing
