Alternators - With Integral Regulator: Battery

SERVICE CAUTIONS - When testing or servicing alternator or regulator, take the following precautions to avoid damage to components: 

Do not reverse battery connections. Negative terminal must be connected to ground. When charging battery, cables must be disconnected from battery before connecting charger. DO NOT use charger as a booster for starting engine.  If a booster battery is used to start engine, negative cable of booster battery must be connected to car battery negative terminal. DO NOT disconnect battery while engine is running or integral voltage regulator may be damaged.