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Generac Impact-36G / NP-36G — Connect Battery Cables

Installation · Battery and starter contactor

For the Generac Impact-36G / NP-36G, from the Generac owner's manual.

Applies to: Generac GN-220 engine

Before you start

  • Disconnect the cable from the NEGATIVE, NEG or (-) post first; reconnect that cable last

Procedure

  1. Connect POSITIVE, POS or (+) battery cable to the large lug on the starter contactor.
  2. Connect NEGATIVE, NEG or (-) battery cable to the frame ground connection.
  3. Connect cables so connections are clean and tight.

Specs & values

  • Voltage drop should not exceed 0.12 volts per 100 amperes of cranking current

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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