Ditch Witch SK350 - Manual (Page 67)

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SK350 Operator’s Manual
As Needed
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5. Connect the other red positive (+) jumper cable clamp to positive (+) post of battery (A) in the service
vehicle.
6. Connect black negative (-) cable clamp to negative (-) post of battery (A) in service vehicle.
7. Connect the other black negative (-) cable clamp to the engine or frame ground on the disabled
vehicle, at least 12” (305 mm) from the failed battery, as shown.
8. Operate service vehicle engine at 1500-2000 rpm for a few minutes to build an electrical charge in the
failed battery.
9. Stop engine in service vehicle.
10. Remove jumper cables from the service vehicle, black negative (-) clamp first. Do not allow clamps to
touch.
11. Attempt to start disabled vehicle.
12. If engine starts, operate at 1500-2000 rpm for a few minutes to build an electrical charge in the battery.
13. Remove black negative (-) cable clamp from the disabled engine or frame ground first.
14. Remove red positive (+) cable clamp from the disabled vehicle positive (+) battery post last.
If the disabled vehicle did not start, check for loose or corroded battery cable connections. Poor
connections will prevent current from charging the failed battery. Clean terminals and posts if necessary
and repeat steps above. If a running jump is necessary, repeat steps above with engine running.
IMPORTANT: Some equipment may have a positive jumper cable terminal (1) located externally. If so
equipped, connect red positive (+) jumper cable clamp to terminal.
NOTICE: Jumping with engine running can damage the alternator and electronic components on both
vehicles, and should be performed only if necessary.