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

8 Reversal of the battery leads will damage the rectifier.

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

8 The 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.

8 Using 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

8 Using 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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