Master Lock MGY5000 Portable Generator User Manual


 
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BATTERY
Continued
Nut
Battery
Battery
Mounting
Bracket
Hook
Bolt
Red, Positive
Cable From
Starter Solenoid
Black, Negative
Cable From
Engine Block
Figure 10 - Battery Hold-Down System
Figure 11 - Connecting Positive and Negative Cables to Battery
MOUNTING BATTERY TO GENERATOR
1. Secure battery to generator by battery hold-down system. This system consists
of the battery mounting bracket, hook bolts, and nuts (see Figure 10).
2. Locate the red, positive (+) battery cable from starter solenoid. Connect it to
the positive (+) battery terminal (see Figure 11).
3. Locate the black, negative (–) battery cable attached to engine block. Connect
it to the negative (–) battery terminal (see Figure 11).
4. Check battery before starting engine. Make sure fluid levels are full. Make sure
battery is charged.
See engine owner’s manual for more information.