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Re: Jumping 6-Volt with a 12-Volt Question
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Posted by Bob M on October 09, 2006 at 05:49:52 from (151.190.254.108):
In Reply to: Jumping 6-Volt with a 12-Volt Question posted by David Kronwall on October 09, 2006 at 03:03:59:
Hey David - I've successfully been jumping 6 volt equipment from 12 volts almost since 12 volts was "invented"! As the others point out below, the trick is to minimize the time the two systems are connected. (Ie. hit the starter first, then make the final jumper connection. And disconnect the jumpers the instant the engine fires). A couple other tips: 1 - ALWAYS OBSERVE BATTERY POLARITY!!! Disregard system ground polarities, etc. Just remember to connect battery + to battery +, and battery - to battery - and you'll be set. 2 - If you are jumping off a modern vehicle(with computer-controlled fuel injection), recommend shutting the engine down before making the jumper connections. This minimizes the risk of frying the ECU (= expen$ive!) from voltage transients during the jumping process. It also reduces the jumping voltage a bit, lessening stress on the jumper cables, the 6 volt starter, etc.
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