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BOOSTER BATTERIES
CAUTION:
Battery Gas Can Explode. Keep all
fl
ames and sparks away from batteries.
1. Before changing or using booster batteries, check
battery electrolyte level. Add distilled water.
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.
Figure 4:
Booster Battery Connections
4. Then, connect negative (-) terminal of booster battery
to ground on the engine block
(see Figure 4)
.
5. Remove booster battery after starting engine.
6. Sealed batteries: see manufacturer charging and
booster instructions.
SP20-21. BATTERY CARE - LEAD/ACID TYPE
BATTERIES
1. Check electrolyte level every 50 hours
or once per month. Add distilled water to
manufacturer's recommended level.
2. Batteries, cables and cable terminals should be
checked and cleaned every 100 hours. Clean corro-
sion 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 750 hours.
SP22. WINTERIZING, OUT-OF-SERVICE
The following long term storage preparation guides
are good for storage up to one year, after that the engine
should be started, warmed up, and prepared again for
long term storage.
1. Change oil and replace
fi
lter. Used oil will not give
adequate protection.
2. Service the air cleaner.
3. For storage less than a year it is not necessary to
drain and
fl
ush the cooling system. For a year
or more of storage the cooling system should be
drained,
fl
ushed and re
fi
lled with appropriate
coolant.
4. Remove the fan and alternator belts, optional.
5. Remove and clean the batteries. Store them in a cool
dry place and be sure they are fully charged.
6. Disengage the clutch to engine drivelines.
7. Clean the exterior of the engine with salt-free water
and touch up painted surfaces with good paint.
8. Coat all exposed machined metal surfaces with
grease or corrosion inhibitors if they cannot be
painted.
9. Seal all openings with plastic bags and tape.
10. Store the engine in a dry protected place. If the
engine must be outside, cover with waterproof
canvas or other protective material and use strong
waterproof tape.
Servicing
