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(g) Prior to installing cable clamps, spread cable clamp (Item 14, Appx. B)
as necessary to fit battery posts with battery clamp spreader (Figure 3-14).
Figure 3-14
(h) Install positive (+) battery cable first, Spread cable clamp as necessary to
fit over positive battery post. Spread as required and install negative
battery cable.
(i) Tighten cable clamp nuts and bolts. Replace all clamps, bolts and nuts
that will not tighten, worn or badly corroded.
(j) Apply GAA or Silicone (RTV) (Item 10 or Item 15, Appx. C) to cable clamps
after installing clamps on battery posts.
(k) Tighten a little at a time while continuously checking the connection until it
is secure (Figure 3-15).
Figure 3-15
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