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MAINTENANCE
Hand held watering devices available at automotive parts stores,
or automatic watering devices like the one included in the Bat-
tery Maintenance Kit (P/N 25587-G01) can be used with an
approved water supply. These watering devices are accurate,
easy to use and allow for fast fill. They also keep the correct
electrolyte level within the battery cells.
NOTICE: The watering device should only be used if the
electrolyte level is less than 1/2” (13 mm) above top of
plates.
To clean an electrolyte spill, use a solution of:
• 2 tsp. (10 ml) baking soda
• 1 quart (1 liter) water
Wash all metal components near the battery.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Before you disconnect or connect a battery or any other wires, turn the key switch to the
OFF position.
After you connect a battery or any other wires, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before you turn the key switch
to the ON position.
1. Remove the battery hold downs and cables.
2. Remove the batteries with a commercially available lifting device.
3. If the batteries have been cleaned and the acid in the battery rack area is neutralized as recommended, no cor-
rosion to the battery racks or surrounding area should be present. If any corrosion remains, remove it with a putty
knife and a wire brush. Wash the area with a sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) and water solution, and then dry
before primer and corrosion resistant paint is applied.
4. Put the batteries in the battery racks and tighten the hold downs to 45 - 55 in. lbs. (5 - 6 Nm) torque. The hold
downs must be tight enough to prevent movement of the battery, but not tight enough to cause distortion of the
battery cases.
5. Inspect all wires and terminals. Clean corrosion from the battery terminals or the wire terminals with a sodium
bicarbonate (baking soda) and water solution and soft brush if needed.
Watering device similar to the type included in
the Battery Maintenance Kit
Pure Water
Valve consistently
fills to a predetermined
level
Electrolyte
Level
Single Battery Cell
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