Battery And Battery Cables - Vanguard CPW 125-4-S Series Operation And Maintenance Manual

Battery and Battery Cables

The following actions are recommended to minimize the risk of fire or an explosion related to the battery.
Do not operate a machine if battery cables or related parts show signs of wear or damage. Contact your dealer for service.
Follow safe procedures for engine starting with jump-start cables. Improper jumper cable connections can cause an
explosion that may result in injury. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Genset Engine Starting with Jump Start
Cables" for specific instructions.
Do not charge a frozen battery. This action may cause an explosion.
Gases from a battery can explode. Keep any open flames or sparks away from the top of a battery. Do not smoke in battery
charging areas.
Never check the battery charge by placing a metal object across the terminal posts. Use a voltmeter in order to check the
battery charge.
Daily inspect battery cables that are in areas that are visible. Inspect cables, clips, straps, and other restraints for damage.
Replace any damaged parts. Check for signs of the following, which can occur over time due to use and environmental
factors:
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Fraying
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Abrasion
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Cracking
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Discoloration
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Cuts on the insulation of the cable
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Fouling or build up of unwanted material
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Corroded terminals, damaged terminals, and loose terminals
Tighten all loose wires before you operate the machine. Replace damaged battery cable(s) and replace any related parts.
Eliminate any fouling, which may have caused insulation failure or related component damage or wear. Ensure that all
components are reinstalled correctly.
An exposed wire on the battery cable may cause a short to ground if the exposed area comes into contact with a grounded
surface. A battery cable short produces heat from the battery current, which may be a fire hazard.
An exposed wire on the ground cable between the battery and the disconnect switch may cause the disconnect switch to be
bypassed if the exposed area comes into contact with a grounded surface. This action may result in an unsafe condition for
servicing the machine. Repair components or replace components before servicing the machine.
Warning! Fire Hazard! Fire on a machine can result in personal injury or death. Exposed battery cables that come
into contact with a grounded connection can result in fires. Replace cables and related parts that show signs of wear
or damage. Contact your dealer.
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