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Fischer Panda Panda 10000i PMS / Panda 8000i PMS — Connecting starter battery block

Installation · DC system

For the Fischer Panda Panda 10000i PMS / Panda 8000i PMS, from the Fischer Panda owner's manual.

Applies to: Fischer Panda Panda 10000i PMS, Kubota Z482 engine, Kubota Z602 engine

Before you start

  • Wrong battery connection can cause short-circuit and fire
  • First connect cables at generator, then at battery

Procedure

  1. Install separate starter battery for generator.
  2. Connect positive cable directly to solenoid switch of starter motor.
  3. Connect negative cable underneath starter motor at engine mount.
  4. Install fuse and battery circuit breaker in positive cable within 300 mm of battery.
  5. Protect cable with protective pipe/sleeve against chafing.
  6. Use self-extinguishing fire-protected cables suitable up to 90 °C.
  7. Make test run and check cable laying.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Fuse and breaker within 300 mm (12 inch) of battery
  • Cable suitable up to 90 °C / 195 °F

Full service-parts list: Fischer Panda Panda 10000i PMS →, Kubota Z482 engine →, Kubota Z602 engine →

Source: Fischer Panda owner'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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