Title: Install a battery.
Course: Small Engine Repair (20110-36) > Section: Evaluating Battery Systems

Installation should include

- determining battery dimensions
- determining replacement requirements (e.g., deep-cycle, cranking amps, cold cranking amps, reserve amps voltage)
- identifying the post position
- identifying the polarity
- securing the battery to the hold-down retainer
- attaching the battery cables
- confirming operation.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What color is the positive battery cable?
- What happens if the battery cable leads are reversed when connected?
- Why is the negative battery cable connected last?