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WEILER E2850 REMIXING TRANSFER VEHICLE
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Operating Instructions
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Jump-Starting
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TARTING
In case of acid contact:
• External: Flush with plenty of water. If eyes have been exposed, flush with water for 15
minutes and get prompt medical attention.
• Internal: Call a physician immediately.
NOTICE:
Use only a 24-volt system for jump-starting. Do not jump-start a battery that is frozen or
low on electrolyte.
NOTICE: Do not allow vehicle used to jump-start to be in contact with disabled machine. Vehicles in
contact may have a ground connection which can allow a spark to occur at the battery when the
positive jumper cable is connected or removed. If equipped with battery caps, they must be in place
and tight to reduce risk of battery explosion.
Jump-Starting Procedure
1. Turn ignition key off.
2. Turn Battery Ground Disconnect Switch off.
3. Connect jumper cables in the following order:
•Red to discharged battery positive (+) terminal (1) .
•Red to jump booster positive (+) terminal (2) .
•Black to jump booster negative (-) terminal (3) .
•Black to engine block with discharged battery (4) .
Make connection away from battery, fuel lines, and
moving parts. Do not attach to negative terminal of
the discharged battery.
•To avoid sparks near the battery, always disconnect
black jumper cable from the engine block before
adjusting red jumper cable.
4. Turn Battery Ground Disconnect Switch on.
5. Start engine from operator’s station.
6. Remove cables in reverse order and install red cover over positive battery cable clamp.
WARNING
Battery fumes are flammable and can explode. Battery explosion can blind.
Acid can blind and burn.
Keep all burning materials, flame, and sparks away from battery. Tools and
cable clamps can make sparks. Shield eyes and face. Do not smoke. Avoid
breathing fumes. Work in well ventilated area. Read instructions.
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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