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Maintenance
Battery Inspection
DANGER
Electrocution. Do not wear jewelry while
working on this equipment. Doing so will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Explosion. Batteries emit explosive gases while
charging. Keep fire and spark away. Wear protective
gear when working with batteries. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Explosion. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
Batteries are explosive. Electrolyte solution can cause
burns and blindness. If electrolyte contacts skin or eyes,
flush with water and seek immediate medical attention.
WARNING
Risk of burn. Do not open or mutilate batteries.
Batteries contain electrolyte solution which can cause
burns and blindness. If electrolyte contacts skin or
eyes, flush with water and seek immediate medical
attention.
WARNING
Accidental Start-up. Disconnect the negative battery
cable, then the positive battery cable when working
on unit. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
Environmental Hazard. Always recycle batteries at an
official recycling center in accordance with all local
laws and regulations. Failure to do so could result in
environmental damage, death, or serious injury.
Always recycle batteries in accordance with local laws
and regulations. Contact your local solid waste collection
site or recycling facility to obtain information on local
recycling processes. For more information on battery
recycling, visit the Battery Council International website
at: http://batterycouncil.org.
An authorized operator should inspect the engine battery
monthly. At this time, the battery fluid level should be
checked using a load tester and distilled water added if
needed. Battery cables and connections should also be
inspected for cleanliness and corrosion.
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A GMASD should inspect the battery system once every
six months. At this time, the battery condition and state of
charge should be checked using a load test battery.
Recharge or replace the battery as required.
Battery service is to be performed or supervised by per-
sonnel knowledgeable of batteries and the required pre-
cautions. Keep unauthorized personnel away.
Observe the following precautions when working on bat-
(000188)
teries:
•
Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
•
Use tools with insulated handles.
•
Wear rubber gloves and boots.
•
Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of battery.
•
Disconnect charging source prior to connecting or
(000137a)
disconnecting battery terminals.
NOTE: Wash spilled electrolyte down with an acid neu-
tralizing agent. A common practice is to use a solution of
1 lb (454 g) bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) to 1 gal
(3.8 L) of water. Add the bicarbonate of soda solution
until the evidence of reaction (foaming) has ceased.
(000162)
Flush the resulting liquid with water.
NOTE: Discharge static electricity before touching the
battery by first touching a grounded metal surface.
Battery Installation and Replacement
(000163a)
Explosion hazard. Never add acid to a battery.
Add distilled water only. Failure to do so could
result in death, serious injury, or equipment
damage.
(000130)
When required, the battery must be replaced with one of
(000228)
equivalent size, voltage, and CCA (cold crank amp
capacity). Contact a GMASD for correct battery size. A
new battery must be filled with the proper electrolyte and
be fully charged before install.
Battery cables are connected to the unit at the factory.
Proceed as follows to connect cables to battery posts.
1. Connect battery cable from starter contactor to
positive (POS or +) battery post.
2. Connect black battery cable to negative (NEG or -)
battery post.
3. Refer to
WARNING
CAUTION
Equipment damage. Do not make battery
connections in reverse. Doing so will result
in equipment damage.
Engine and Heater
Startup.
Owner's Manual for Indirect Fired Heater
(000316)
(000167a)
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