Routine Maintenance
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Batteries
Check the electrolyte level in each cell every 250
hours of operation. The Tractor is equipped with
either one (1) or two (2) Low Maintenance
batteries.
Access to Batteries
MD05F063
Loosen the battery box lid screw (1), press the
locking tab (2) in and lift the lid clear.
Check Electrolyte Level
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Disconnect the cables, in the correct sequence, if
routed across the cell cover plates. Remove cell
cover plates carefully.
Add distilled water to just cover the top of the
separators. DO NOT OVER FILL. The electrolyte
level should be 3 to 6 mm (0.12 to 0.24 in) below
vent well.
When distilled water is added at ambient
temperatures below 0
o
C (32
o
F) the batteries
must be charged immediately to mix the water
and electrolyte or the water will freeze, because
the water will stay on top of the electrolyte.
Battery Cables and Terminals
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The battery terminals must be kept clean and
tight. Remove all corrosion with a wire brush,
then wash with a weak solution of baking soda or
ammonia. Put some petroleum jelly or light
grease on terminals to prevent more corrosion.
250 HOUR SERVICE
WARNING: BATTERY ACID CAUSES
SEVERE BURNS. Batteries contain
sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes or clothing. Antidote:
EXTERNAL - Flush with water.
INTERNAL - Drink large quantities of
water or milk. DO NOT induce vomiting.
Seek medical attention immediately.
EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutes
and get medical attention immediately.
BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE
GASES. Keep sparks, flame and cigarettes
away. Ventilate when charging or using in
enclosed space. Always shield eyes when
working near batteries. KEEP OUT OF
REACH OF CHILDREN.
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