Battery Charger Study Tool

The RED cable on the battery charger gets hooked to the ​ (a)   post on the battery

• positive
• negative
• smaller
• larger
• red
• black

It is NOT necessary to wear safety glasses to connect a battery charger since you are not using any tools.

• TRUE

• FALSE

When connecting the battery charger, make sure the power is turned​ (a)  

• off
• on
• low
• high

If the battery is still in the vehicle the BLACK charger lead should be connected where?

• On the ground at least 12" away from the battery

• Off the ground at least 12" away from the battery

• On the ground less than 12 feet from the battery

• Off the ground less than 12 feet from the battery

Make sure all safety precautions are observed when connecting and disconnecting the charger! WHY???

After the charger is connected, be sure to check the status of the battery from time to time.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Select 3 precautions for safe & successful battery charging

• Be sure battery is not frozen

• If battery is not maintained free cells must be empty

• Charge in a small area

• Charge in a well ventilated area

• If battery is not maintained free cells must be full

Select 2 more precautions for safe & successful battery charging

• Don't lay tools on the battery

• Check battery temperature during charging (not to exceed 100 degrees)

• Check battery temperature during charging (not to exceed 120 degrees)

• Use a brand new charger each time

Be sure the charger is set to the correct ​ (a)   before the power is turned on.

• voltage
• kW
• position
• volume
• speed