2015 Kawasaki Jet Ski Ultra 310X SE Owners Manual - Page 186

j In the Case of Emergency Towing the JET SKI watercraft Refer to the Towing (a wakeboarder, water skier, tuber, etc.) section in the GENERAL INFORMATION chapter. Jump Starting If your watercraft's battery is run down, it should be removed and charged. If this is not practical, a booster battery and jumper cables may be used to start the engine. The booster battery must be of the same voltage as the watercraft battery (12 V). IN AN EMERGENCY 185 the battery cover. • Remove a jumper cable between the positive (+) • Connect terminals of the two batteries. one end of the remaining jumper cable to • Connect the negative (-) terminal of the booster battery. NOTICE Connecting two batteries in reverse polarity (+ to -) can seriously damage the electrical system. To prevent electrical system damage, be sure the cables are connected to the correct terminals. DANGER Battery acid generates hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive under certain conditions. It is present within a battery at all times, even in a discharged condition. Keep all flames and sparks (cigarettes) away from the battery. Wear eye protection when working with a battery. In the event of battery acid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing, wash the affected areas immediately with water for at least five minutes. Seek medical attention. the ignition switch key. • Remove the seats. • Remove the front storage lid, and remove the front • Open storage case. j A. Positive Cable B. Battery