Jump-Starting The Machine - Husqvarna CRT48-33K Operator's Manual

CRT 48-33K
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Jump-Starting the Machine

Overview Jump-starting may occasionally be required if a battery is discharged. If jump-
starting is necessary, the following procedure is recommended to prevent starter
damage, battery damage, and personal injuries.
WARNING
Jump-starting a battery incorrectly can cause battery to explode, resulting in severe
personal injury or death.
► Do not smoke or allow ignition sources near the battery, and do not jump-start a
frozen battery.
WARNING
Battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive.
► In the event of ingestion or contact with skin or eyes, seek medical attention
immediately.
NOTICE Observe the following precautions to prevent serious damage to the electrical
system.
Do not disconnect the battery while the machine is running.
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Do not attempt to operate the machine without a battery.
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In the event that the machine has a discharged battery, either replace the
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battery with a fully charged battery or charge the battery using an appropriate
battery charger.
Procedure Perform the procedure below to jump-start the battery.
1. Disconnect engine load.
2. Use a booster battery of the same voltage (12V) as is used with your engine.
3. Attach one end of the positive booster cable (red) to the positive (+) terminal of
the booster battery. Attach the other end to the positive terminal of your engine
battery.
4. Attach one end of the negative booster cable (black) to the negative (–) terminal
of the booster battery. Attach other end of negative cable to a solid chassis
ground on your engine.
WARNING
Electrical arcing can cause severe personal injury.
► Do not allow positive and negative cable ends to touch.
This procedure continues on the next page.
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