What is a negative terminal?

The negative terminal is the grounded terminal on the bus battery, usually marked with a minus sign (-). Usually the black color is marked. The second terminal is a positive, usually color -marked red or orange and marked with a plus (+) mark. The ground terminal connects to the grounded source on the vehicle, usually the bolt in the chassis. The positive terminal runs on the starter engine and various switches, relays and accessories. If the battery is not properly grounded, the vehicle will not run. From time to time, the battery may require the addition of distilled water to the filling capital so that the inner plate of the battery is immersed in a sour bath. The solution should cover the boards, only to achieve the lower lip filled with capital in each cell. Cells should have roughly the same level of acid.

It is very important to wear protective glasses and avoid loading over the abaters during its service. If you are using a metal tool such as a screwdriver to gently pull out the filling capitalization covers, avoid touching one terminalLU and do not propose the tools on the top of the battery. If the metal should touch both terminals at the same time, it could be an arc, create sparks and a possible explosion.

When disconnected the battery, first remove the negative (-) cable, then a positive (+) cable. When connecting the battery, these steps turn. First connect the positive terminal and the last grounded or negative terminal. Be careful attaching the cables to the terminal columns to avoid the creation of sparks.

It is good to know how to jump to make a car battery using another vehicle and interconnection cables if necessary. The connection should be bound in a specific order, but first follow several preventive measures. Align the cars as close as possible without allowing them to touch them. The engines should be gone and both cars should be in the park with headlights. This procedure can cause a high -cost increase that could potentialDestroy the electronics, so turn off all radios, radar detectors, CD players, GPS devices and disconnecting devices from terminals such as cellular chargers or energy converters. If the car is equipped, remove the cigarette lighter.

Connect the first cable terminal connected to a positive terminal (+) to a dead battery. Next, connect a clamp with a positive terminal (+) to a live battery. Connect the clamp to the negative terminal (-) good batteries and finally connect the last term to the ground on the dead car chassis. If possible, use the same screw as the negative cable of the car battery. Do not use greasy screws or painted metal. It is best to avoid using a negative terminal column because they sparkle when the perimeter is completed. To minimize any explosion chance, the use of the chassis is recommended.

Once all HAVE connections have been made, run a good car and let it run about, and it turns it slightly. Try to set up a dead car at this point. IfThe dead car engine turns, but it won't start, wait a few more minutes, while the good car will continue, try again.

After starting the dead car, cancel the jumpers in the opposite order. Both cars can continue running during this step, but when removing the fastening clamps, care for nothing or to touch each other. Be aware of moving engine parts, including radiators and belt fans. First remove the jumper of the clamp from the chassis, then from the negative terminal (-) on a good car. Then disconnect the connecting cables from the positive terminal (+) good batteries, then from the positive terminal (+) previously dead batteries.

Do not attempt to jump with a battery that escapes or is damaged. This could cause an explosion. A damaged battery should be replaced.

Battery terminals should be clean and without acid corrosion. Baking soda and water neutralize and retire corrosion and petrolatum, or a similar product can be used on clean terminals to prevent future corrosion.

The

running vehicle in good mechanical state keeps the healthy battery properly charged. The vehicle that sits for a longer period of time releases the battery and repeatedly reloads the battery life. To maintain a new tip -shaped battery, products such as BATESYMINDER® , use A/C power supply to charge the battery at constant speed and automatically turn off to prevent overflow. The alternative product is the solar panel charger, which usually sits on a dash and connects to a live cigarette lighter or automobile socket. The solar panel uses converted sunlight to maintain a healthy battery for a longer time.