New problem!

[bellybuster]

Well, I finally got my manual and got my carbs rebuilt! But when we went to start it, we realized the key had been left on! Maybe a couple of days, maybe a week! Not sure! Tried to jump it and a couple of times, I saw the starter start to spin just barely but did not engage the flywheel. Now where do I start? I got the charger on the battery. Battery read about 8 volts but shouldnt it have tried to start by jumping it? Just incase there is something going on screwy with the battery can I disconnect my positive wire from the battery and hook the jumper cable right to it? 95 Force 120HP. Anybody know what we may have damaged by leaving the key on?

 

[eurolarva]

Re: New problem!

If that battery has been drained for two weeks it isnt coming back. You will need to get a new one. The cells start decaying as soon as they are dead. After two weeks it is toast.

 

[bellybuster]

Re: New problem!

Thanks eurolarva, think we damaged anything in the electric system? Or just need the battery?

 

[roscoe]

Re: New problem!

You CANNOT run your motor without having a battery connected to it. The battery is part of the voltage regulating system annd is needed to "absorb" andy excess voltage. Without a battery connected, you will cause damage to the system.<br /><br />Also, the same goes for even momentarily connecting the battery cables backwards. This will fry your rectifier in just a couple seconds.