Fill dry-charged battery as follows:

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WARNING

Do not add electrolyte solution to a battery that has been filled

previously. Add only distilled water to a battery in service; add

electrolyte only to a dry battery.

Fill each cell of a dry battery with electrolyte to the

level indicated on the vent plug or cell cover.

(1) In temperate climates, use electrolyte of 1.280

specific gravity at 80 (27 ).

(2) The battery and electrolyte must be 60 (16 ) or

higher and preferably below 100 (38 ) for proper

charging.

Let the battery stand for 30 minutes and then check the

specific gravity of each cell with a hydrometer. Correct

the reading to 80 (27 ) by adding 0.004 for each 10

above 80 and subtracting 0.004 for each 10 below 80 .

You should charge the battery if the specific gravity of any

cell measures below 1.270 after correcting to 80 (27 ).

NOTE

If any of the cells cannot be charged to a specific gravity of at

least 1.270, the battery is not acceptable for this application.

Replace the vent caps when you have completed the above.

Flush fuel lines with VV-F-800 diesel fuel prior to starting engine.

RETAIN ALL SHIPPING CONTAINERS, BLOCKING, BRACING,

AND PACKING MATERIALS FOR FUTURE USE.

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