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GENERATOR END
The maintenance and operation recommendations for
the generator end are in a separate Owner's Manual.
If you do not have one of these manuals, contact your
local dealer.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - GENERAL
CAUTION: Excessive non-linear loads can
lead to regulator and/or generator end failures
and should be no greater than 20% of overall
load. Failures caused by excessive non-linear
loads are not warrantable.
1. Never switch the battery switch off or break the circuit
between the alternator and the batteries while the
engine is running. Alternator damage can result.
2. Do not reverse the polarity of the battery cables when
installing the battery.
Updated 5-13-21
Servicing
BOOSTER BATTERIES
CAUTION: Battery gas can explode. Keep all
flames and sparks away from batteries.
1. Before changing or using booster batteries,
check the battery electrolyte level. Add distilled
water if necessary.
2. Booster and main batteries must have the same
voltage rating.
3. First, connect the positive (+) terminal of the booster
battery to the positive (+) terminal of the main
battery. Then, connect the negative (–) terminal of
the booster battery to ground on the engine block
(
).
Figure 10
4. Remove the booster battery after starting the engine.
5. Sealed Batteries:
See the manufacturer's charging and booster
instructions.
Figure 10: Booster Battery Connections
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