Peterbilt Medium Duty Trucks Operator's Manual after 1-07
Peterbilt Medium Duty Trucks Operator's Manual after 1-07
Peterbilt Medium Duty Trucks Operator's Manual after 1-07
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Preventive Maintenance<br />
• When fast charging, remove the battery caps so pressure<br />
does not accumulate.<br />
• Always make sure the battery charger is OFF before<br />
connecting or disconnecting the cable clamps.<br />
• To avoid short circuits and damage to yourself or the<br />
vehicle, never place metal tools or jumper cables on the<br />
battery or nearby. Metal that accidentally comes in contact<br />
with the positive battery terminal or any other metal<br />
on the vehicle (that is in contact with the positive terminal),<br />
could cause a short circuit or an explosion.<br />
Charging Reminders<br />
• Use protective eyewear.<br />
• Keep all batteries away from children.<br />
• Never reverse battery poles.<br />
• Never attempt to place the vehicle in motion, or run the<br />
engine with batteries disconnected.<br />
• Keep the battery clean and dry.<br />
• Look for any signs of damage.<br />
WARNING! Never use a metallic funnel to add<br />
distilled water. It could come in contact with a<br />
terminal, creating a short circuit, resulting in<br />
severe personal injury or damage to your vehicle.<br />
Electrical System<br />
WARNING! Always shield your eyes and avoid<br />
leaning over the battery whenever possible.<br />
Electrolyte in batteries could splash up into your<br />
eyes causing severe burns and/or serious personal<br />
injury.<br />
• Battery terminals should not be coated with improper<br />
grease. Use petroleum jelly or commercially available,<br />
noncorrosive, nonconductive terminal coatings.<br />
• Battery acid that may spill during charging should be<br />
washed off with a solution of warm water and baking<br />
soda to neutralize the acid. If you accidentally get acid in<br />
your eyes or on your skin, immediately rinse with cold<br />
water for several minutes and call a doctor.<br />
• Do not charge a frozen battery; allow it to thaw out first.<br />
And always allow the battery to thaw gradually—do not<br />
apply direct heat. Gas trapped in the ice may cause an<br />
explosion.<br />
• Never use a fast charger as a booster to start the engine.<br />
This can seriously damage sensitive electronic components<br />
such as relays, radio, etc., as well as the battery<br />
charger. Fast charging a battery is dangerous and<br />
should only be attempted by a competent mechanic with<br />
the proper equipment.<br />
<strong>Medium</strong> <strong>Duty</strong> (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 189 –
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