Excel Power XL8000ii Owner's Manual page 16

CONNECTING BATTERY
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electrocution or
explosion, do not short circuit the
battery terminals or charge in a sealed
container. Keep sparks and flame away.
WARNING:
Keep metal objects away from the
battery terminals. Metal objects can
make a connection from one terminal
to another. Shorting the battery
terminals together can cause sparks,
burns, or a fire.
NOTICE:
The battery may require charging
before the generator can be started
using either the engine switch or the
recoil starter. Once the generator is
started, the battery will charge as the
unit runs.
The battery cables must be connected
before the generator can be operated.
To connect battery cables:
 Loosen the screws at the side of the
right maintenance cover. Remove
cover and set aside.
 Connect the red wires to the positive
(+) terminal first, then connect the
black wire to the negative (-) terminal.
Make sure all connections are tight.
 Cover the terminals with the rubber
covers.
OPERATION
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NOTE:
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.
C I G
F
E
D
H
A - Battery bracket
B - Positive (+) terminal
C - Negative (–) terminal
D - Black wire (–)
E - Screw
F - Washer
G - Nut
H - Red wires (+)
I - Negative terminal connection
J - Positive terminal connections
Right
maintenance
cover
A
B
J