Product Manual B

5. Maintenance 5-2019

Always:

• Keep the battery case and terminals clean and dry and the terminals tight.

• Remove battery cables with an insulated wrench or battery terminal puller.

• Make sure which terminal is positive (+) and which is negative (–) before

making battery connections, always removing the negative (–) cable first and

reconnecting it last to reduce arcing.

NOTICE

If the battery needs to be replaced, make sure that the replacement battery

specifications match those found in the Model Specifications in this manual.

Battery Replacement

WARNING

Combustible Liquid

Burning the battery may cause an explosion. Damage to the casing will

release electrolytes which is harmful to the skin and eyes.

When disposing of a battery, do not mutilate or burn it. Comply with all local

health and safety regulations/codes during handling or disposal.

Always replace the starting battery with the same number and type (e.g., vented,

lead acid, maintenance free) as listed in the specifications section of this document.

Properly dispose of battery in accordance with local environment agency

requirements.

Always use correct handling techniques to lift and move a battery.

5.6 Cleaning the Generator Set Housing

The housing of the generator set housing can be damaged by pressure washing or

solvents and other cleaning agents. Only use soap and water or an “all citrus

degreaser" to clean the housing.

5.7 Complete System Test

NOTICE

Only authorized and qualified maintenance technicians who are familiar with

the equipment and its operation should carry out this test.