Installing a Battery, Smith's R.V. Centre, Thunder Bay

Installing a Battery

To install a battery, follow these steps:

Make sure the battery is filled with the proper amount of electrolyte (if not a maintenance-free type). Never add electrolyte after the first filling; add only distilled water.
Clean the terminal posts with a wire brush until the metal shines.
Turn off all power draw, including lights and accessories. If the negative cable sparks during removal, a draw is still present.
Notice the position of the battery in the tray in relation to polarity.
Disconnect the cables, negative first, and remove the old battery.
Make sure the carrier and the hold-down hardware are free of corrosion.
Check terminals and cables.
Install hold-down hardware

NOTE: Vibration can destroy batteries, so make sure battery is secure.