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WORKSHOP MANUAL
17.2.3 Starting the battery by means of
another battery (jumping)
Attach the red cable to the (+) clamps of both batteries.
Connect one end of the green or black cable to the (–) clamps
of both batteries.
Press the starter. Let the engine run.
Wait until the engine evenly rotates at idle speed and discon-
nect the cables form the clamps.
Start with the (+) clamp.
Battery poles and clamps must be clean. If they show
a coat of sulphate (whitish or greenish), they must be
loosened and cleaned.
17.2.4 Charging the battery with acharger
Disconnect the battery from the clamps.
Connect the charger.
Observe the operating manual of the charger manufacturer.
When reconnecting the battery, start with the (+) clamp.
Battery poles and clamps must be clean. If they show
a coat of sulphate (whitish or greenish), they must be
loosened and cleaned.
17.2.5 Long-term storage
In case of prolonged downtime of more than two weeks, re-
move the battery cable from the negative battery pole.
17.2.6 Battery replacement
Battery replacement (Chap. 15.3.2.1).