SECTION 13—BATTERIES
Part No. 1106645
61
R51™and R51LXP
Connecting Battery Cables
WARNING
The use of rubber gloves and chemical goggles or face shields is recommended
when working with batteries.
NEVER allow any of your tools and/or battery cable(s) to contact BOTH battery
terminal(s)/post(s) at the same time. An electrical short may occur and serious per-
sonal injury or damage may occur.
Perform one of the following methods for connecting the battery cable(s):
• Dual U1 Batteries - Use direct mount method. Refer to FIGURE 13.5 and FIGURE 13.6.
• Dual Group 22NF Batteries with Mounting Holes in the Terminal(s)/Post(s) - Use
direct mount method. Refer to FIGURE 13.5 and FIGURE 13.6.
• Dual Group 22NF Batteries without Mounting Holes in the Terminal(s)/Post(s) - Use
battery clamp method. Refer to FIGURE 13.7, FIGURE 13.8 and FIGURE 13.9.
Direct Mount Method
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 13.5
and
FIGURE 13.6 on page 63.
1. Install battery terminal cap(s) onto battery cable(s):
A. Dual U1 Batteries -
i. ORANGE battery terminal cap onto RED battery cable.
ii. GREY battery terminal cap onto BLACK battery cable.
B. Dual Group 22NF Batteries -
i. RED battery terminal cap onto RED battery cable.
ii. BLACK battery terminal cap onto BLACK battery cable.
FIGURE 13.5
Installing Battery Terminal Cap
Battery Cable
Battery Terminal Cap
NOTE: Only one battery cable and terminal cap shown for clarity. Both caps install in the same
manner.