M39772 · Only use battery acid with a 1.265 specific gravity. Slowly add acid (B) to each cell. The solution should be 6 mm (1/4 in.) above plates (C), but NO HIGHER THAN 6 mm (1/4 in.) from the bottom of the filler neck (A). 7. Install the battery manifold cap from the bag of parts. Be sure manifold cap hose is behind positive cable. IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Wait 20 minutes before charging the battery to allow the plates to "absorb" the acid so they take a charge well. Battery must be charged before operation. Adding acid without charging will result in battery damage. 8. Charge the battery for a MINIMUM of 30 minutes at 5-10 amps.
If your battery charger has a Deep Cycle or Maintenance Free setting, use this setting to charge the battery. Failure to charge the battery before use will reduce battery performance and life. Check Battery Voltage (Late Model "Moist" Batteries) c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Prevent Battery Explosions: · Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame away from the top of battery. Battery gas can explode. · Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across the posts. Use a volt-meter or hydrometer. · Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode. Warm battery to 16 degrees C (60 degrees F). Battery is filled with acid and charged when it left the factory.
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