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To avoid possibility of an EXPLOSION, always connect battery cable in the order specified: RED first;
BLACK last.
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Charging the battery while it is in the vehicle is NOT RECOMMENDED.
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Do NOT charge a battery if its temperature is below 3°C as the electrolyte may have frozen.
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If battery gets hot to the touch, discontinue charging and allow battery to cool down.
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Batteries contain sulfuric acid which is POISONOUS and can cause SEVERE BURNS. See the additional
warnings at the beginning of BATTERY INSTALLATION AND CHARGING section above.
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Always use PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT including eye wear, face shield, apron, and rubber
gloves when working around battery acid.
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Lead acid batteries generate oxygen and hydrogen. These gases can be explosive. Charge the battery in a
well ventilated area.
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DO NOT smoke around batteries. Remove any source of ignition such as an open flame or a device like a
heater from the area. Sparks may ignite the gas. An exploding battery can cause SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH.
Charging the battery
Step
Description
1.
Ensure the battery charger is OFF. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the red
positive (+) pole of the battery, as shown in Fig. 35
2.
Connect the black negative (-) cable to the black negative (-) pole of the battery,
as shown in Fig. 36
3.
Set the battery charger to 12VDC output before switching it on. Normal
Charging time for the battery @ 0.9 Amps for 5 ~ 10 hours. Quick charging the
battery is NOT recommended. The quick charge rate for the battery is 9A for 1/2
hour. Switch the charger on.
4.
After charging, turn the battery charger off and unplug it. Disconnect the clamps
from the battery, positive (+) cable first, negative (-) lead last.
5.
A normal, fully charged battery will have a reading of >12.4VDC. After the initial
charge, voltage may be up to 13.8VDC
TOOLS NEEDED: Battery charger for lead acid batteries rated 12VDC, 1A (minimum)
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This battery is a permanently sealed type. Once the caps have been used to
seal the battery, DO NOT loosen or remove the caps.
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DO NOT add water or electrolyte to the battery.
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Keep metal tools and jewelry away from batteries (to prevent short circuits).
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When handling and installing the battery, make sure that metal objects do not
fall across the terminals.
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Inspect the battery for any defective cables, corroded cable connectors,
corroded/broken battery terminals, cracked cases or covers, etc. before
installation.
Fig. 35
Fig. 36
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