Van Hool CX Jump Starting ⧸ Charging Procedure
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Ensure that your technicians and fleet operators are properly trained in safe and effective jump-starting and battery charging procedures for Van Hool CX Series vehicles. This course covers the step-by-step process for handling dead or depleted batteries, using various charging methods, and preventing costly electrical damage. After completing this course, your team will be equipped to safely restore battery power, protect electronic components, and extend the life of your fleet's electrical system.
Time to Complete
10 Minutes
Course Category
ABC Companies
Required Membership
Included with all
This Course Covers
Battery Systems & Voltage Requirements
How to assess battery health, measure voltage levels, and determine the correct jump-starting or charging method for your vehicle’s system.
Pre-Jump Safety & Preparation
Step-by-step procedures to ensure safety and prevent electrical damage, including vehicle positioning, securing the coach, using wheel chocks, and shutting down power systems before beginning.
Essential Tools & Equipment
How to properly use jump-start units, battery chargers, multimeters, and jumper cables while following manufacturer-recommended procedures.
Inspecting Batteries & Jump Posts
How to identify corrosion, loose connections, or damage on battery terminals and jump posts before attempting a jump-start.
24V Battery Charging Procedure
How to safely charge coach batteries using a 24V charger, including proper cable connections, slow-charge settings, and voltage monitoring to prevent overloading.
12V Battery Charging Procedure
How to charge individual batteries when a 24V charger is unavailable, including removal and reinstallation of cables, step-by-step charging, and verifying correct voltage before reconnecting the system.
Jump-Starting with a Battery Charger
How to use a charger’s Boost/Jump function correctly, including safe cable attachment, allowing proper charge buildup, and switching between Boost and Charge modes.
Jump-Starting with Another Coach (Host Vehicle Method)
How to use a second coach as a power source, including correct jumper cable attachment, stabilizing the charging system, and ensuring proper voltage before disconnecting.
Post-Jump Procedures & Disconnecting Cables
How to safely remove jumper cables in the correct order, avoid voltage spikes, and confirm battery stability before putting the vehicle back into service.