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NOTE: Optional battery charging adapters are available
from your authorized dealer to connect directly to your vehi-
cle from the recommended chargers to simplify the mainte-
nance charging process. Check with your authorized dealer
for proper installation of these charging adapter connectors.
4. Plug the battery charger into a 110-volt electrical outlet.
5. If using the CTEK Multi US
800, there are no further but-
tons to push. If using the
CTEK Multi US 3300, press
the Mode button (A) at the left
of the charger until the Main-
tenance Charge Icon (B) or
Normal Charge Icon (E) at the
bottom illuminates. The Nor-
mal Charge Indicator (C)
should illuminate on the upper portion of the battery charger.
NOTE:
For optimal charge and performance, leave the charger
connected to the battery for a minimum 1 hour after the Mainte-
nance Charge Indicator (D) illuminates.
The maintainer/charger
will charge the battery to 95% capacity at which time the
Maintenance Charge Indicator (D) will illuminate and the
maintainer/charger will change to pulse/float maintenance. If
the battery falls below 12.9 DC volts, the charger will auto-
matically start again at the first step of the charge sequence.
If the battery becomes hot to the touch, stop charging. Resume
after it has cooled.
NOTE: Not using a battery charger with the proper float
maintenance will damage the battery if connected over
extended periods.
6. Once the battery has reached full charge, unplug the charger from
the 110-volt electrical outlet.
NOTE: If, after charging, the battery does not perform to
operator expectations, bring the battery to an authorized
dealer for further troubleshooting.
Jump-Starting
NOTE: Jump-starting a vehicle with a dead battery is not
recommended but rather removing the battery, servicing it,
and correctly charging it; however, in an emergency, it may
be necessary to jump-start a vehicle. If so, use the following
procedure to carefully and safely jump-start a vehicle.
1. On the vehicle to be jump-started, remove the battery cover and any
terminal boots.
! WARNING
Improper handling or connecting of a battery may result in
severe injury including acid burns, electrical burns, or blindness
as a result of an explosion. Always remove rings and watches.
! WARNING
Any time service is performed on a battery, the following
must be observed: keep sparks, open flame, cigarettes, or
any other flame away. Always wear safety glasses. Protect
skin and clothing when handling a battery. When servicing
battery in enclosed space, keep the area well-ventilated.
Make sure battery venting is not obstructed.