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Generac — Battery Cable Connection

Installation

From a Generac owner's manual covering: IQ5200DF, iQ3800, iQ3800 DF, iQ5200. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Before you start

  • Do not make battery connections in reverse. Doing so will result in equipment damage.

Procedure

  1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw from the battery door.
  2. Remove battery strap from battery.
  3. Connect the red cables to the positive (+) battery terminal with the bolt and nut supplied.
  4. Slide rubber boot over the positive (+) battery terminal and connection hardware.
  5. Connect the black cables to the negative (-) battery terminal with the bolt and nut supplied.
  6. Slide rubber boot over the negative (-) terminal and connection hardware; verify all connections are secure.

Tools required

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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.

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