Ferris Industries 5900645, 5900636, 5900646 Cleaning The Battery And Cables, Regular Maintenance

Regular Maintenance

CLEANING THE BATTERY AND CABLES

WARNING

Be careful when handling the battery. Avoid spilling electrolyte. Keep flames and sparks away from the battery.

When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If not done in this order, the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by

atool.

1.Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first (B, Figure 16).

2.Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire brush until shiny.

3.Reinstall the battery and reattach the battery cables, positive cable first (A).

4.Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petroleum jelly or non-conducting grease.

B

A

Figure 16. Battery Compartment

A. Positive (+) Cable & Terminal

B. Negative (-) Cable & Terminal

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