Genie GTH-644 Operator's Manual
Also see for GTH-644: Service manual
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GENERAL SAFETYLocation: The battery is located under the fuel tank / batterybox cover (A).JUMP STARTINGJump starting at the battery or battery replacement is requiredwhen the battery is discharged to the point where the batterywill not crank the starter.WARNINGBattery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain leadand lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of Californiato cause cancer and reproductive harm.Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia to cause cancer.Wash hands after handling.WARNINGNever jump start the machine directly to the starter or the startersolenoid. Serious injury or death could result from the machinemoving forward or backward.WARNINGTo avoid personal injury when jump starting with anothermachine, be certain that the machines are not touching. Neverjump start a frozen battery as it will explode. Keep sparks andflames away from the battery. Lead acid batteries generateexplosive gases when charging. Wear safety glasses whenworking near batteries.The booster battery must be a 12 volt type. The machine usedfor jump starting must have a negative ground electrical system.To jump start the machine, proceed as follows:1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive(+) post of the discharged battery.2. Connect the other end of the same jumper cable to thepositive (+) post of the booster battery.3. Connect one end of the second jumper cable to thenegative (-) post of the booster battery.4. Make the final cable connection to the engine block orthe furthest ground point away from the battery.5. Start the engine.6. Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order of theirconnection (i.e. negative cable ground connection first, etc.)2 - 8JUMP STARTINGA |
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