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S E R V I C I N G A N D I N S P E C T I O N
10.8
Jump-starting / emergency starting
WARNING
Explosion and burn hazard.
Batteries produce and vent gases that can be explosive if concentrated in an unventilated space.
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Do not smoke or use open flames near a storage battery.
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Do not place objects on the battery. If a metallic object such as a wrench contacts both the positive and nega-
tive post on the battery, it will cause a direct short and a possible explosion. Severe burns can result .
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Cover the battery with protective insulation, or remove the battery entirely, if service work is to be conducted
near the battery.
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If a second machine or vehicle is used as the jump start battery source, ensure that the vehicles/machines
do not touch.
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Do not attempt to jump start a frozen or defective battery. A short circuit or rapid increase in heat within the
battery can cause an explosion.
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Do not connect two batteries in series (negative post to positive post) because the voltage output will be 24
volts and damage the electrical system of the wheel loader.
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Use only jump-starting batteries with the same voltage.
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Use serviceable jumper cables with a heavy duty 12 volt rating.
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Lay out the jumper cables so that they cannot be struck by rotating engine parts.
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