Directions for Battery Maintenance
We have collected our know-hows for optimal
DTR Automotive battery maintenance.
Jump Starting
Safety Rules
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Before proceeding, read safety precautions in Section 1.
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Warning – Batteries produce explosive gases.
These instructions are designed to minimize the explosion hazard while jump-starting a car. Keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away from batteries at all times.
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Shield eyes and face at all times. Never lean over the battery when jump starting.
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Inspect both batteries before connecting booster cables and do not jump start a damaged battery.
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Make sure the vehicles are not in contact with each other.
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Turn off all electrical equipment (radio, defroster, windshield wipers, lights, etc.).
The Following Steps Should be Proceeded:
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ⓐ Connect positive (+) booster cable to positive (+) terminal of discharged battery.
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ⓑ Connect other end of positive (+) cable to positive (+) terminal of assisting battery.
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ⓒ Connect negative (-) cable to negative (-) terminal of assisting battery.
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ⓓ Make final connection of negative (-) cable to engine block of stalled vehicle,away from battery and carburetor.
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ⓔ Make sure that cables are away from fan blades, belts and other moving parts of both engines.
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ⓕ Start vehicle and remove cables in reverse order of connections.
* See diagram below for proper hookup.