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S205 Skid-Steer Loader
Operation & Maintenance Manual
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Figure 154
Connect the end of the first cable (1) [Figure 154] to the
positive (+) terminal of the booster battery. Connect the
other end of the same cable (2) [Figure 154] to the
positive terminal on the loader starter.
Connect the end of the second cable (3[Figure 154] to
the negative (-) terminal of the booster battery. Connect
the other end of the same cable (4[Figure 154] to the
engine.
Keep cables away from moving parts. Start the engine.
(See STARTING THE ENGINE on Page 29.)
After the engine has started, remove the ground (-)
cable (4) [Figure 154] first.
Remove the cable from the positive (+) terminal (2)
[Figure 154].
IMPORTANT
Damage to the alternator can occur if:
Engine is operated with battery cables
disconnected.
Battery cables are connected when using a fast
charger or when welding on the loader. (Remove
both cables from the battery.)
Extra battery cables (booster cables) are
connected wrong.
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