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BATTERY MAINTENANCE
To access the battery, Remove the 3 screws from the
rear battery tray using a screwdriver or a 3/8" socket.
Slide the battery tray out only far enough to access
the battery terminals.
WARNING
GASES FROM BATTERY can explode.
Keep sparks, flame and cigarettes
away from battery.
To prevent EXPLOSION when:
INSTALLING A NEW BATTERY — disconnect
negative cable from old battery first and connect to
new battery last.
CONNECTING A BATTERY CHARGER —
remove battery from welder by disconnecting nega-
tive cable first, then positive cable and battery
clamp. When reinstalling, connect
negative cable last. Keep well ventilated.
USING A BOOSTER — connect positive lead to
battery first then connect negative lead to negative
battery lead at engine foot.
BATTERY ACID can burn eyes and
skin.
Wear gloves and eye protection and
be careful when working near battery.
Follow instructions printed on battery.
CLEANING THE BATTERY
Keep the battery clean by wiping it with a damp cloth
when dirty. If the terminals appear corroded, discon-
nect the battery cables and wash the terminals with an
ammonia solution or a solution of 1/4 pound (0.1113
kg) of baking soda and 1 quart (0.9461) of water. Be
sure the battery vent plugs (if equipped) are tight so
that none of the solution enters the cells.
After cleaning, flush the outside of the battery, the bat-
tery compartment, and surrounding areas with clear
water. Coat the battery terminals lightly with petrole-
um jelly or a non-conductive grease to retard corro-
sion.
Keep the battery clean and dry. Moisture accumula-
tion on the battery can lead to more rapid discharge
and early battery failure.
MAINTENANCE
CHECKING THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
If battery cells are low, fill them to the neck of the filler
hole with distilled water and recharge. If one cell is
low, check for leaks.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
When you charge, jump, replace, or otherwise con-
nect battery cables to the battery, be sure the polarity
is correct. Improper polarity can damage the charging
circuit. The RANGER 200 positive (+) battery terminal
has a red terminal cover.
If you need to charge the battery with an external
charger, disconnect the negative cable first, then the
positive cable before you attach the charger leads.
After the battery is charged, reconnect the positive
battery cable first and the negative cable last. Failure
to do so can result in damage to the internal charger
components.
Follow the instructions of the battery charger manu-
facturer for proper charger settings and charging time.
OPTION SPARK ARRESTER
MUFFLER MAY BE HOT
ALLOW ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE INSTALLING
THE SPARK ARRESTER!
DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE WHILE INSTALLING
THE SPARK ARRESTER!
Clean every 100 hours.
RANGER 200
WARNING
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