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8.3 CAUTIONS IN CHARGING BATTERY
When charging the battery mounted to the machine
• Abnormal voltage may be applied to the alternator, resulting in the breakage. Disconnect the battery
terminal wires before charging the battery.
• Remove all the fluid plugs to release the gas generated.
• Stop charging when the battery was overheated (fluid temperature exceeded 45 °C).
• Stop charging promptly once the charging is completed.
Charging even after the charging is completed will;
(1) overheat the battery
(2) reduce the electrolyte level
(3) cause failures in battery
• Never inverse the connection of [(+) terminal and (-) terminal]. Doing so can cause damage on alternator.
• Remove the battery cable when handling the battery other than for battery electrolyte level check and
specific gravity measurement.