Installation Guide

Electrical Connections

34 Installation Guidelines For Australian 50 Hz Air-Cooled Generators

NOTE: See Figure 6-2. Battery cables were factory

connected at the generator. Connect cables to battery

posts as follows:

4. Connect the red battery cable (A: from starter

contactor) to the battery post indicated by a

positive: POS or (+). Torque to 8 Nm (70 in-lbs).

Figure 6-2. Battery Cable Connections

5. Connect the black battery cable (B: from frame

ground) to the battery post indicated by a negative:

NEG, or (-). Torque to 8 Nm (70 in-lbs).

6. Install the red battery post cover (shipped with

loose parts).

NOTE: Dielectric grease should be used on battery

posts to aid in the prevention of corrosion.

NOTE: Damage will result if battery connections are

made in reverse.

NOTE: In areas where temperatures fall below -18 °C

(0 °F), it is recommended that a pad type battery warmer

be installed to aid in cold climate starting. This is

available as part of a cold weather kit through an

Independent Authorized Service Dealer (IASD).

A battery warmer is not necessary for AGM-style batter-

ies.

Battery Disposal

Always recycle batteries in accordance with local laws

and regulations. Contact your local solid waste collection

site or recycling facility to obtain information on local

recycling processes. For more information on battery

recycling, visit the Battery Council International website

at: http://batterycouncil.org

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WARNING

Environmental Hazard. Always recycle batteries at an

official recycling center in accordance with all local

laws and regulations. Failure to do so could result in

environmental damage, death or serious injury.

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