Generac 004583-0 — Charging a Battery
Operation · 12 Volt DC receptacle
For the Generac 004583-0, from the Generac owner's manual.
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Before you start
- Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas while recharging.
- Do not permit smoking, open flame, sparks or heat around a battery.
Procedure
- Check fluid level in all battery cells; add ONLY distilled water if needed.
- Make sure vent caps are installed and tight.
- Clean battery terminals if necessary.
- Connect battery charge cable plug to 12-VOLT D.C. receptacle.
- Connect red clamp to positive (+) battery terminal.
- Connect black clamp to negative (-) battery terminal.
- Start engine and let run while battery recharges (idle control OFF).
- Shut down engine when battery has charged.
Tools required
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Specs & values
- 12 Volt batteries only; do not charge 6 Volt batteries
Source: Generac 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.