Use Of Jumper Cables - Ford 1975 Mustang II Owner's Manual

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Use of Jumper Cables
The following instructions for starting your car with jumper cables contain
precautions that you should observe to avoid possible injury to yourself or
damage to your car. If you are unsure about this procedure, seek the help
of a competent garage or towing service.
CAUTION-Use only a 12-volt Jumper System. You can damage a 12-volt
starting motor and ignition system beyond repair by connecting it to a
24-volt power supply (two 12-volt batteries in series, or a 24-volt motor
generator set).
WARNING-Batteries contain SULFURIC ACID. Shield your eyes when
working near the battery to protect against possible spilling of the acid
solution. In case of acid contact with skin, eyes or clothing, FLUSH 1M ..
MEDIATELY WITH WATER FOR A MINIMUM OF FIVE MINUTES.
Get "on-the-spot" medical attention immediately.
Hydrogen and oxygen gases are produced during normal battery operation.
This gas mixture can explode if flames or sparks are brought near the bat-
tery. When charging or using a battery in an enclosed space, always provide
ventilation, and no smoking.
Use particular care when connecting a booster battery to prevent sparks.
To jump start: (1) remove vent caps, (2) cover the top of the battery with
a clean dry cloth, (3) connect ends of one cable to positive (+) terminals
of each battery, (4) connect one end of other cable to negative (-) terminal
of "good" battery, (5) connect other end of cable to engine block on ve-
hicle being started (NOT TO NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL OF BATTERY).
To prevent damage to other electrical components on vehicle being started,
make certain that engine is at idle speed before disconnecting jumper cables.
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