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Perkins 1106C-70TA / 1106D-70TA — Starting with Jump Start Cables

Operation · Battery

For the Perkins 1106C-70TA / 1106D-70TA, from the Perkins operator's manual.

Applies to: Perkins 1106C-70TA, Perkins 1106D-70TA

Before you start

  • Improper jump start cable connections can cause an explosion resulting in personal injury.
  • Do not reverse the battery cables.

Procedure

  1. Turn start switch to OFF. Turn off all engine accessories.
  2. Connect one positive jump start cable end to positive terminal of discharged battery; other to positive of electrical source.
  3. Connect one negative cable end to negative terminal of source; other end to engine block or chassis ground.
  4. Start the engine.
  5. Immediately after the stalled engine is started, disconnect the jump start cables in reverse order.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Use ONLY equal voltage for jump starting

Full service-parts list: Perkins 1106C-70TA →, Perkins 1106D-70TA →

Source: Perkins 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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