Attaching Battery Cable - Ford FG4050 Operator's Manual

Remove Shipping Bracket (See fig 1)
• Remove and discard the two RED shipping brackets and mounting hardware before starting the Generator.
Attaching Battery Cable (See fig 2)
• Parts needed - Black and Red battery cable
• The Red (+) Connector should be attached to the battery first.
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Remove the screw from the battery terminal.
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Place the screw through the eyelet and tighten the screw and
• make sure the terminal will not touch any part of the frame.
• Install the Red protection boot.
Repeat these steps for the Black (-) Terminal.
Be careful not to short across the terminals when installing. Shorting the terminals together
can cause sparks, damage to the battery or generator, or even burns or explosions.
Cover the terminals with the rubber covers
When removing the battery for replacement: Remove the nut and bolt first from the negative (Black) post, then from the
positive (Red) post, being careful not to short across the terminals. Always abide by the safety warnings provided with the
battery. Remove the battery and dispose of it according to your local and state regulations.
Battery posts, terminals, and accessories contain lead and lead compounds known to cause
WARNING!
cancer and reproductive harm.
• Always wash hands after touching battery.
Antidotes for battery acid
CONTACT TREATMENT
External Flush with water.
Internal Drink large quantities of milk or water, followed by milk of magnesia, vegetable oil or
beaten eggs. Get immediate medical attention.
Eyes Flush with water. Get immediate medical attention.
Fig 1
• The battery used for the electrical starting system is not the standard accessory.
• Recommended to use a non-maintenance Lead-Acid battery with 12VDC.
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The battery must comply with the related EU directive or other international standard.
ASSEMBLY
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Fig 2