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M140 Tow Tractor Manual No. 46054
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CHAPTER 2 MAINTENANCE
1 SERVICING
• Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across the battery
posts.A spark will occur and cause possible explosion. Use a voltmeter or
hydrometer.
Maintenance
The 12-volt battery supplied with your loader will provide long service if given
proper care. Clean and inspect your battery every 3-4 months.
• The battery requires little maintenance.
• If the electric system has a defect, i.e., regulator damage, compensate for
increased water consumption of battery.
• Unscrew the sealing caps and replenish distilled water until battery acid
level is 3/8” above the lead plates. Screw on caps hand-tight.
Disconnect battery before performing service to prevent
accidental startup.
Cleaning and Inspecting
from one post to the other. Such a condition will cause the battery to slowly
discharge.
Minute amounts of hydrogen and oxygen are continuously vented from a
charging battery. These gasses can attack the terminals and cause high
resistance to voltage.
1. Keep battery clean by wiping it with a damp cloth. Keep all connections
clean and tight. Remove any corrosion, and wash terminals with a solution
of 1 part baking soda and 4 parts water.
2. Coat battery terminals and connectors with petroleum jelly or nonmetallic
grease to prevent corrosion.
3. Keep battery fully charged, especially during cold weather.
4. Check for signs of cracking or leaking.
5.
is 3/8” above plates.
6. Do not over-tighten hold-downs or battery case may crack.
7. If level is low, carefully add distilled water to bring up level. DO NOT
OVERFILL.
8. If battery uses an excessive amount of water, check system for
overcharging. Prolonged overcharging will reduce battery life.
AUGUST 31, 2008
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