LUBRICATION & PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery
Battery is located under engine hood in front of radiator.
When battery is removed, electrolyte inspection or cable
cleaning is necessary.
Keep top of battery clean and ensure cable connections
are clean and tight. Debris on battery can cause dis-
charge of battery and possible source of fire.
CAUTION: Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas when charged. Keep all sparks
and open flame away from battery.
When necessary to disconnect battery
cables, always disconnect the grounded (-)
cable first to prevent short circuits.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid electrolyte
(fluid). Wear eye and face protection. If elec-
trolyte comes in contact with skin or clothes,
wash immediately. Contact a doctor if electro-
lyte is ingested or gets in eyes.
When the battery performance is weak, remove the bat-
tery and charge the battery, and follow instruction for the
battery charger.
Repeated battery charging may be due to a defect in
tractor charging system and / or a defective battery.
WARNING:
Never disassemble battery. Batteries con-
tains sulfuric acid electrolyte (fluid). Keep
away from sparks or flames, which could
cause explosion.
When charging battery from an external
source, Set charging voltage below 16V. Set
charging ampere below 1/10 of the battery
capacity. Prevent overcharge. Battery tem-
perature must not exceed 113°F (45°C).
When connecting and disconnecting battery
cables, turn off power of battery charger. If
you have any question about battery, con-
sult your dealer.
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