Check Battery Electrolyte Level
NOTE: If water is added to batteries during freezing
weather the battery must be charged imme-
diately to prevent freezing. Charge battery
using a battery charger or by running the
engine.
1. If using serviceable batteries, ll each cell to
specied range with distilled water. DO NOT overll.
2. Check battery charge and charging rate.
3. Shut down machine by turning ignition switch key
counterclockwise to the OFF position.
4. Using a multimeter, check the battery charge by
placing the positive (red) multimeter lead on the
positive (+) battery terminal, and the negative (black)
multimeter lead on the grounded (-) battery terminal.
With the multimeter set at the 12 Vdc setting, the
battery should show a charge of at least 12 volts. If
not, charge the battery or perform a load test.
5. Start the engine. From the operator’s seat, check
the battery charge level. The multimeter should
read at least 13.5 volts. If the multimeter does
not indicate minimum charge, check the machine
charging system.
Alternator
The alternator supplies electrical current for charging
the battery to supply power to the electronic controls.
The built-in regulator in the alternator controls the
voltage output. If for any reason the wires must be
disconnected from the alternator, mark them so that
they can be reconnected properly.
Use the following precautions to prevent damage to the
alternator and/or regulator:
• An alternator should never be polarized. Never
ground any alternator terminals or circuits.
• Always disconnect the battery before disconnecting
or connecting the alternator. Never disconnect the
alternator while operating. Be certain the wiring is
properly connected before connecting the battery.
Cold Weather Starting
Be sure to keep the battery fully
charged during cold weather to keep it from freezing.
Freezing weather has little effect on a fully charged
battery.
If a booster battery is necessary for cold weather
starting:
1. Connect one end of the rst jumper cable to the
positive (+) terminal of the dead battery and the
other end to the positive (+) terminal of the booster
battery.
2. Connect one end of the second jumper cable to the
negative (-) terminal of the booster battery and the
other end to the frame of the machine with the dead
battery.
Fuses And Circuit Breakers
The fuse block is mounted inside the instrument control
panel to the left of the operator’s seat. The blade-
type fuse color codes are listed in Table 5-3. Circuit
breakers are mounted on the back of the ignition control
panel.
Replace fuses and circuit breakers
with correct amperage to prevent damage from
system overload.
When a circuit breaker opens due to short circuit or
overloading, turn off lights and place ignition switch
in the OFF position. Wait one minute before starting
machine or turning on lights. The circuit breaker will
automatically reset. If the circuit breaker continues to
trip (open), check the electrical system for short circuits
and defective components. Replace the circuit breaker
if necessary.
Table 5-3. Blade Type Fuse Color Codes
AMPERAGE RATING COLOR
1 Black
3 Violet
4 Pink
5 Tan
7 1/2 Brown
10 Red
15 Light Blue
20 Yellow
25 Natural (White)
30 Light Green
Maintenance
LeeBoy Model 400 & 400T Rollers5-10
To Next Page
Loading...
