Perkins 1506 — Starting with Jump Start Cables
Operation · Battery / electrical
For the Perkins 1506, from the Perkins owner's manual.
Applies to: Perkins 1506A engine, Perkins 1506C engine, Perkins 1506D engine
Before you start
- Improper jump start cable connections can cause an explosion resulting in personal injury.
- The engine ECM must be powered before the starting motor is operated or damage can occur.
Procedure
- Turn the start switch on the stalled engine to OFF; turn off all accessories.
- Connect one positive jump-start cable end to the positive terminal of the discharged battery and the other to the positive terminal of the source.
- Connect one negative end to the negative terminal of the source and the other to the engine block or chassis ground.
- Start the engine in the normal operating procedure.
- Immediately after start, disconnect the jump-start cables in reverse order.
Tools required
- jump-start cables Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- Use ONLY equal voltage for jump starting
Source: Perkins 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.