Simplicity 1613H - Battery Replacement; Jump Starting with Auxiliary Battery

Troubleshooting
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
A battery too weak to start the engine may not need to be
replaced. It may, as an example, mean that the charging
system is not working properly or that the battery has lost its
charge during storage. First check the fluid level and clean
the battery. Have the battery recharged if necessary. If there
is any doubt about the causeof the problem, see yourdealer.
If you must replace the battery, remove and install the battery
as described in “Clean Battery and Cables.”
JUMP STARTING WITH AUXILIARY (BOOSTER) BATTERY
Jump starting is not recommended. First check the battery in
“Battery Replacement” above. If jump starting must be done,
follow these directions. Both booster and discharged
batteries should be treated carefully when using jumper
cable. Follow exactly the procedure outlined below, being
careful not to cause sparks. Refer to figure 21.
WARNING
Never expose battery to open flame or electric spark —
battery action generates hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Do not allow battery acid to
contact skin, eyes, fabrics, or painted surfaces.
Batteries contain a sulfuric acid solution which can
cause serious personal injury or property damage.
WARNING
Any procedure other than the above could result in: (1)
personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out of
the battery vents, (2) personal injury or property
damage due to the battery explosion, (3) damage to the
charging system of the booster vehicle or the other
immobilized vehicle.
Do not attempt to jump start a vehicle having a frozen
battery because the battery may rupture or explode. If
a frozen battery is suspected, examine all fill vents of
the battery. If ice can be seen, do not attempt to start
with jumper cables._
NOTE
The positive terminal has a cover. Slide cover away to
perform this procedure. Slide cover back over positive
terminal for normal operation.
1. Set parking brake.
2. Remove vent cap from both the booster and the
discharged batteries. Lay a cloth over the open vent
wells on each battery. These two actions help reduce the
explosion hazard always present in either battery when
connecting a “live” battery to a “dead” battery.
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