Ditch Witch 410SX - Manual (Page 118)

410sx Operator’s Manual
Service - 117
As Needed
Charge Battery
Before You Start
Electronic components can be easily damaged by electrical surges. Jump starting can damage electronics
and electrical systems, and is not recommended. Attempt to charge the battery instead. Use quality large
diameter charging cables capable of carrying high currents (400 amps or more). Cheap cables may not
allow enough current flow to charge a dead/discharged battery.
Read all steps thoroughly and review illustration before performing procedure.
Explosion possible. Serious injury or equipment damage could occur.
Follow directions carefully.
To help avoid injury:
• Use a single 12V maximum source for charging. Do not connect to rapid chargers or dual batteries.
• Use caution and wear personal protective equipment such as safety eyewear, when charging or
cleaning battery.
• Keep sparks, flames, cigarettes, or any other ignition source away from batteries at all times.
Internal contents are extremely hazardous. Leaking fluid is corrosive. Battery may be explosive at
higher temperatures.
• Always charge battery in an open area with sufficient ventilation.
• NEVER lean over battery when making connections.
• Do not allow vehicles to touch when charging.
• Do not attempt to charge a battery that is leaking, bulging, heavily corroded, frozen, or otherwise
damaged.
• NEVER short-circuit battery terminals for any reason or strike battery posts or cable terminals.
• Refer to MSDS for additional information regarding this battery.