S250 Bobcat Loader
PM-24 Operation & Maintenance Manual
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (CONT’D)
Removing And Installing The Battery
WARNING
Batteries contain acid which burns eyes and skin on
contact. Wear goggles, protective clothing and
rubber gloves to keep acid off body.
In case of acid contact, wash immediately with water.
In case of eye contact get prompt medical attention
and wash eye with clean, cool water for at least
15 minutes.
If electrolyte is taken internally drink large quantities
of water or milk! DO NOT induce vomiting. Get
prompt medical attention.
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Open the rear door.
Figure PM-41
Remove the harness clamp (Item 1) [Figure PM-41].
Disconnect the negative (-) cable (Item 2)
[Figure PM-41].
Remove the battery hold down clamp (Item 3)
[Figure PM-41].
Disconnect the positive (+) cable (Item 4) [Figure PM-41]
from the battery.
Remove the battery from the loader.
Figure PM-42
Always clean the battery terminals and cable ends when
installing a new or used battery [Figure PM-42].
When installing the battery in the loader, do not touch any
metal parts with the battery terminals.
Connect the negative (-) cable last to prevent sparks.
Connect and tighten the battery cables.
Install and tighten the battery hold down.
WARNING
Keep arcs, sparks flames and lighted tobacco away
from batteries. When jumping from booster battery
make final connection (negative) at engine frame.
Do not jump start or charge a frozen or damaged
battery. Warm battery to 16°C (60°F) before
connecting to a charger. Unplug charger before
connecting or disconnecting cables to battery. Never
lean over battery while boosting, testing or charging.
Battery gas can explode and cause serious injury.
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