TM 5-3805-280-24-2
Batteries, Support, and Cables
CAUTION: Avoid possible injury or death from
machinery runaway.
Do not start engine by shorting across starter
terminals. Machine will start in gear if normal
circuitry is bypassed.
NEVER start engine while standing on ground.
Start engine only from operator's seat, with
transmission in neutral or park.
3. Start engine while seated on operator's seat.
After engine starts, disconnect clamp at machine frame
first and then disconnect remaining clamps.
TX,16,UU3541
1919SEP983/3
CHARGE BATTERY
CAUTION: Battery gas can explode. Keep
sparks and flames away from batteries. Use a
flashlight to check battery electrolyte level.
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Never check battery charge by placing a metal
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object across the posts. Use a voltmeter or
hydrometer.
Always remove grounded (-) battery clamp first
and replace it last.
IMPORTANT: When charging a battery in the
machine, battery cables and engine and
pump controller connectors must be
disconnected to avoid damage to
electrical components and controllers if
battery charger cables are inadvertently
connected to battery incorrectly.
NOTE: Follow manufacturer's instructions to use battery
charger as a booster to start engine.
1. Disconnect all battery cables starting at the negative (-)
ground cable.
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1919SEP981/3
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