Operation
Start with jump leads
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BA RD24_RD27 en 04
3.29 Start with jump leads
Preparation for start assistance
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Observe precaution measures for handling batteries (see Safety
instructions).
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A discharged battery can freeze already at 0 °C (32 °F). Thaw a
frozen battery in a warm room. Remove the plug.
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Do not disconnect the battery from the vehicle's internal power
supply.
Connecting jump leads
WARNING
Explosion and electric shock!
Severe injury and death due to moving parts, burns or electric shock.
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Charging vehicle and discharged vehicle may not come in contact
with each other.
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The pole terminals of the jump leads must not be allowed to touch
each other.
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Move the pole terminal on the vehicle ground of the unloaded
vehicle as far as possible away from the negative pole of the
discharged vehicle.
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Pay attention to the nominal voltage of the batteries.
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Use jump leads with an insulated terminal clamp and a cross
section of at least 25 mm².
WARNING
Exposed, rotating parts!
Risk of being trapped, pulled in, and injured by rotating engine parts.
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Ensure that no parts of the body or items of clothing can be drawn
into rotating or moving engine parts.
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Do not reach into the engine compartment during the start
assistance process.
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Route cables such that they cannot be drawn into rotating engine
parts.
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Always lay the leads so that they can be removed safely even
when the engine is running.
NOTE
The positive pole of a battery is marked by a Plus (+) sign.
The negative pole of a battery is marked by a Minus (–) sign.
NOTE
The vehicle ground is, for example, the engine block or the
fastening screw of the engine mounting.
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