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Maintenance Section
Battery Electrolyte Level - Check
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Recycling facility
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Battery Electrolyte Level -
Check
SMCS Code: 1401-081
When the engine is not run for long periods of
time or when the engine is run for short periods,
the batteries may not fully recharge. Ensure a full
charge in order to help prevent the battery from
freezing. If batteries are properly charged, ammeter
reading should be very near zero.
All lead-acid batteries contain sulfuric acid which
can burn the skin and clothing. Always wear a face
shield and protective clothing when working on or
near batteries.
1. Remove the filler caps. Maintain the electrolyte
level to the “FULL” mark on the battery.
If the addition of water is necessary, use distilled
water. If distilled water is not available use
clean water that is low in minerals. Do not use
artificially softened water.
2. Check the condition of the electrolyte with the
1U-7298 Coolant/Battery Tester (
C) or the
1U-7297 Coolant/Battery Tester (
F).
3. Keep the batteries clean.
Clean the battery case with one of the following
cleaning solutions:
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A mixture of 0.1 L (.12 qt) of baking soda and
1 L (1 qt) of clean water
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A mixture of 0.1 L (.12 qt) of ammonia and 1 L
(1 qt) of clean water
Thoroughly rinse the battery case with clean
water.
Use a fine grade of sandpaper to clean the
terminals and the cable clamps. Clean the items
until the surfaces are bright or shiny. DO NOT
remove material excessively. Excessive removal
of material can cause the clamps to not fit
properly. Coat the clamps and the terminals with
5N-5561 Lubrication Compound, petroleum jelly
or MPGM grease.
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Battery or Battery Cable -
Disconnect
SMCS Code: 1402-029
1. Turn the start switch to the OFF position. Turn the
ignition switch (if equipped) to the OFF position
and remove the key and all electrical loads.
2. Disconnect the negative battery terminal at the
battery that goes to the start switch. Ensure that
the cable cannot contact the terminal. When four
12 volt batteries are involved, the negative side
of two batteries must be disconnected.
3. Tape the leads in order to help prevent accidental
starting.
4. Proceed with necessary system repairs. Reverse
the steps in order to reconnect all of the cables.
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Belt - Inspect
SMCS Code: 1357-040; 1357; 1397-040; 1397
Inspection
Belt tension should be checked initially between
the first 20 to 40 hours of engine operation.
After the initial check, the belt tension should be
checked at Every 250 Service Hours or Three
Months.
To maximize the engine performance, inspect the
belts for wear and for cracking. Replace belts that
are worn or damaged.
For applications that require multiple drive belts,
replace the belts in matched sets. Replacing only
one belt of a matched set will cause the new belt to
carry more load because the older belt is stretched.
The additional load on the new belt could cause the
new belt to break.
If the belts are too loose, vibration causes
unnecessary wear on the belts and pulleys. Loose
belts may slip enough to cause overheating.
If the belts are too tight, unnecessary stresses are
placed on the pulley bearings and on the belts. This
may shorten the service life of the components.
Remove the belt guard. Inspect the condition and
adjustment of the alternator belts and accessory
drive belts (if equipped).
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