SECTION 4 ELECTRIC SYSTEM
SU5 OWNERS MANUAL 2014
To reduce the risk of electrical shock or injury:
Do not use an ungrounded two to three-prong adapter to connect the charger to a two-
prong outlet or extension cord.
The battery charger must be properly grounded. Use a three prong No. 12 AWG heavy
duty power cord no more than 50 feet long.
Locate all cords so that they will not be stepped on, tripped on, or otherwise damaged.
Immediately replace worn, cut, or damaged power cords or wires.
Do not connect the power cord near fuels, grain dust, solvents, thinners, or other
flammables. The spark can ignite flammable materials and vapors
NOTICE:
Automotive batteries should never be used for "deep cycle" application, as
their useful life will be very short.
Damaged or corroded battery terminals should be replaced or cleaned as necessary.
Failure to do so may cause overheating during operation. Torque connections to 100
in. lbs.
Do not attempt to recharge batteries with a charger not designed for your vehicle.
Only trained technicians should service the charger. Contact your Columbia Dealer for
assistance.
NOTICE
: Install surge arrestors on incoming AC power lines. Surge arrestors will help
protect electrical/electronic components in the charger and vehicle from all but direct
or “close proximity” lightning strikes.
BATTERY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE
NOTICE
: The following information does NOT apply to sealed batteries.
1. Check the electrolyte level on new batteries
before they are put into service, and, at a
minimum, once a week thereafter. Water use
increases as batteries age. If the vehicle is
equipped with a Single Point Battery Watering
System see the information on this in this
section.
2. See Figure 4-1. Never allow the electrolyte level
(A) to fall below the top of the plates (C). If the
plates are exposed, add only enough to cover
the plates before charging.
3. After batteries are fully charged, fill cells to just below the bottom of the cell vents (B),
approximately 1/8” to 1/4”. Electrolyte level should not touch the bottom of the cell vents.
Figure 4-1
4-2
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