Battery Connections - Baldor TS25 Installation & Operating Manual

Caution: This generator must have a battery installed for operation. The battery is used during starting
and during operation. If engine operation is attempted while the battery is removed, damage
to the engine's electrical components may result.
Battery Connections The generator is shipped with no battery installed.
WARNING: Installation and servicing of batteries is to be performed or supervised by personnel
knowledgeable of batteries and the required precautions. Keep unauthorized personnel away
from batteries.
WARNING: Do not dispose of battery or batteries in a fire. The battery is capable of exploding. If the
battery explodes, electrolyte solution will be released in all directions. Battery electrolyte
solution is caustic and can cause severe burns and blindness. If electrolyte contacts skin or
eyes, immediately flush the area with water and seek medical attention quickly.
WARNING: Do not mutilate the battery . The battery contains electrolyte solution which is caustic and
can cause severe burns and blindness. If electrolyte contacts skin or eyes, immediately flush
the area with water and seek medical attention quickly.
WARNING: A battery presents a risk of electrical shock hazard and high short circuit current. The
following precautions are to be followed when working on batteries:
WARNING: The battery electrolyte is a dilute sulfuric acid that is harmful to the skin and eyes. It is
electrically conductive and corrosive. The following precautions are to be followed when
working on batteries:
WARNING: A battery presents a risk of fire because they generate hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is
extremely explosive. Never jump start a battery, smoke in the area around the battery or
cause any spark to occur in the area around the battery. The following precautions are to be
followed when working on batteries:
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Figure 3-5 Frame Ground Connection
1. Open the enclosure access panel door 2 ( Figure 3-2).
2. Connect the ground wire to the "earth ground" terminal shown in Figure 3-5.
This ground is the local reference ground to ground the generator frame only.
1. Remove watches, rings, necklaces and all other metal objects.
2. Use tools with insulated handles.
3. Wear safety goggles, rubber gloves and boots.
1. Wear full eye protection (safety glasses or goggles) and protective clothing.
2. Where electrolyte contacts the skin, flush the area immediately with water and wash it
off using soap and water.
3. Where electrolyte contacts the eyes, immediately flush the eye thoroughly with water
and seek medical attention quickly.
4. Spilled electrolyte is to be washed down with an acid neutralizing agent. A common
practice is to use a solution of one pound (500 grams) bicarbonate of soda to one
gallon (four liters) of water. the bicarbonate solution is to be added until evidence of
reaction (foaming) has ceased. The resulting liquid is to be flushed with water and the
area dried.
1. Do not smoke when near batteries.
2. Do not cause flame or spark in battery area.
3. Discharge static electricity from body before touching batteries by first touching a
grounded metal surface.
Earth Ground
Receiving & Installation 3-7
Nut
Washer
Ground Wire Lug
Washer
Stud
Frame