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Cummins/Onan 5.6TGHAA11381C — Battery Care

Maintenance · starting battery

For the Cummins/Onan 5.6TGHAA11381C, from the Cummins/Onan operator's manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan TGHAA

Before you start

  • Batteries give off explosive gases. Do not smoke near batteries.
  • Battery electrolyte can cause severe eye damage and skin burns. Wear goggles, rubber gloves and a protective apron.

Procedure

  1. Keep battery case clean and dry.
  2. Make certain battery cable connections are clean and tight.
  3. Identify positive (+) or negative (–) cable before making connections.
  4. Always remove negative (–) cable first and connect it last.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • 12 VDC starting and control system

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan TGHAA →

Source: Cummins/Onan operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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