Electric Start Battery Connection - Benchmark BG Series User Manual

3.4 ELECTRIC START BATTERY CONNECTION

WARNING!
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, flames and cigarettes
away from the battery at all times.
Positive Terminal
1. Connect the red cable to the positive terminal of the battery. Ensure the
connection is secured by using the fastener at the battery terminal.
2. Connect the black cable with the negative terminal of the battery. Ensure the
connection is secured by using the fastener at the battery terminal.
Note
The onboard electric start battery recharges while the generator is
running.
Note
Be sure to connect the electric start battery to the generator set before
operation. Do not reverse the polarity of the terminals when charging the
battery. Serious damage to the generator and/or battery may occur. Do
not attempt to connect the battery while the generator engine is running.
Disconnect the cables from the battery while the generator is in storage.
(Red)
20
Negative Terminal
(Black)
BG SERIES