Operating the Machine
4-9
Starting the Engine with Jumper Cables
Batteries contain sulphuric acid and can emit hydrogen gas.
Check for required voltage and polarity connections to dis-
charged batteries.
Excessive booster voltage and/or incorrect jumper cable connec-
tions, open flames, lighted cigars, or other ignition sources can
cause battery explosion/fire. Do not lean over batteries, and
always wear safety glasses, face shield, safety gloves, and any
other appropriate safety equipment when working with or near
battery.
Do not jump start a machine by using arc welding equipment.
Currents and voltages are dangerously high and cannot be suffi-
ciently reduced to make the method safe.
Ensure that machines are not touching each other. Use cables
that are equal to cable size on the machine. A booster battery
should be the same specification as a discharged battery.
If jumper cables are used to start an engine, be sure to follow this proce-
dure:
Connect one end of a jumper cable, usually coloured red, to the dis-
charged battery 'POSITIVE' (+) post. Connect the other end of the same
cable to the 'POSITIVE' (+) post on the booster or charged battery.
Connect one end of the second cable, usually coloured black, to the
'NEGATIVE' (-) post of the booster battery. Connect the other end of the
'NEGATIVE' (-) cable to machine frame for grounding so that if a spark
occurs, it is away from battery fumes (explosive hydrogen).
Check for cause of failure on the dead battery.
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