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8Make sure the main switch (on applicable models) is “OFF” before working on the battery.

8Reversal of the battery leads will damage the rectifier.

8Connect the RED lead first when installing the battery and disconnect the RED lead last when removing it. Otherwise, the electrical system can be damaged.

8The electrical contacts of the battery and cables must be clean and properly connected, or the battery will not start the engine.

Connect the RED lead to the POSITIVE (+) terminal first. Then connect the BLACK lead to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal.

8Using a single battery

Connect both red cables 1 and 2 to the

(+) terminal.

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Do not leave cable 2 unconnected. If it accidentally contacts the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of the battery, there will be a short circuit. Electrical system damage and a fire could result.

1Large red lead for starting battery

2Small red lead for accessory battery charg- ing (optional part)

3Large black lead

4 Battery

8Using an accessory battery

Use a connecting cable between the (-) terminals of the starting battery and accessory battery. See the illustrations of the wiring connections. This cable must be made from wire equivalent to the start- ing battery cable 3.

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