Regional Haul Model Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company
Regional Haul Model Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company
Regional Haul Model Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM<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<br />
in your eyes or on your skin, immediately rinse with<br />
cold water for several minutes and call a doctor.<br />
• Do not charge a frozen battery; allow it to thaw out<br />
first. And always allow the battery to thaw gradually—<br />
do not apply direct heat. Gas trapped in the ice may<br />
cause an explosion.<br />
• Never use a fast charger as a booster to start the<br />
engine. This can seriously damage sensitive electronic<br />
components such as relays, radio, etc., as well<br />
as the battery charger. Fast charging a battery is dangerous<br />
and should only be attempted by a competent<br />
mechanic with the proper equipment.<br />
Slow Battery Charging<br />
NOTE: Follow the instructions that come with<br />
your battery charger.<br />
• It is not necessary to remove the battery from the<br />
compartment.<br />
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE<br />
WARNING! Charger cables must be connected<br />
positive to positive (+ to +) and negative<br />
to negative (– to –). If connected<br />
improperly, batteries could explode causing<br />
death or serious personal injury.<br />
• Always make sure the battery charger is<br />
OFF before connecting or disconnecting<br />
the cable clamps. To reduce the danger of<br />
explosions and resulting death or serious<br />
personal injury, do not connect or disconnect<br />
charger cables while the charger is<br />
operating.<br />
1. Make sure the electrolyte level in each cell is between<br />
the “MIN” and “MAX” marks. If the fluid level is below<br />
the “MIN” mark, correct the condition.<br />
2. Disconnect the battery cables.<br />
3. Connect charger cables.<br />
4. Start charging the battery at a rate not over 6<br />
amperes. Normally, a battery should be charged at no<br />
more than 10 percent of its rated capacity.<br />
5. After charging, turn OFF charger and disconnect<br />
charger cables.<br />
– 222 – Y53-6033 <strong>Regional</strong> <strong>Haul</strong> (R05/10)