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3. Keep battery fully charged, especially during cold
weather. If a battery charger is used, turn charger
off before connecting charger to battery(ies). Attach
POSITIVE (+) battery charger lead to POSITIVE (+)
battery post. Then attach NEGATIVE (–) battery charger
lead to a good ground.
CAUTION: Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is
poisonous. It is strong enough to burn skin,eat holes in
clothing, and cause blindness if splashed into eyes.
Avoid the hazard by:
1. Filling batteries in a well-ventilated area.
2. Wearing eye protection and rubber gloves.
3. Avoiding breathing fumes when electrolyte is added.
4. Avoiding spilling or dripping electrolyte.
5. Use proper jump start procedure.
If you spill acid on yourself:
1. Flush your skin with water.
2. Apply baking soda or lime to help neutralize the acid.
3. Flush your eyes with water for 10–15 minutes. Get
medical attention immediately.
If acid is swallowed:
1. Drink large amounts of water or milk.
2. Then drink milk of magnesia, beaten eggs, or
vegetable oil.
3. Get medical attention immediately.
In freezing weather, run engine at least 30 minutes to
assure thorough mixing after adding water to battery. If
necessary to replace battery(ies), replacements must meet
or exceed the following recommended capacities at -18°C
(0°F):
12 Volt Standard Duty Starter
Cold Cranking Amps ....... 640
12 Volt Heavy Duty Starter
Cold Cranking Amps ........ 800
24 Volt Standard Duty Starter
Cold Cranking Amps ........ 570
Service and Maintenance - 250 Hour
!
CAUTION
SP9. Service Battery
!
WARNING
Battery gas is highly
flammable. Battery explosions
can cause severe injury or
death. To help prevent battery
explosions, keep sparks,
lighted matches and open
flame away from the top
of battery. When checking
battery electrolyte level, use a
flashlight.
Never check battery charge by contacting the posts with a
metal object. Use a volt-meter or hydrometer.
Frozen batteries may explode if charged. Never charge a
battery that has not been allowed to warm to at least 16oC
(60oF).
Always remove grounded (-) battery clamp first and
replace ground clamp last.
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.
1. On regular batteries, check electrolyte level. Fill each
cell to bottom of filler neck with distilled water.
NOTE: Low-maintenance or maintenance-free batteries
should require little additional service. However,
electrolyte level can be checked by cutting the center
section of decal on dash-line, and removing cell plugs. If
necessary, add clean, soft water to bring level to bottom of
filler neck.
2. Keep batteries clean by wiping them with a damp
cloth. Keep all connections clean and tight. Remove any
corrosion, and wash terminals with a solution of 1 part
baking soda and 4 parts water. Tighten all connections
securely.
NOTE: Coat battery terminals and connectors with a
mixture of petroleum jelly and baking soda to retard
corrosion.
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CAUTION
