4. 11 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1. Battery Maintenance and Boosting
Inspect the batteries on a regular basis for damage such as
a cracked or broken case or cover which would allow
electrolyte loss.
Check the battery cables for tightness and corrosion.
Remove any acid corrosion from the battery and cables
with a baking soda and water solution. Coat the terminal
connections with di-electric grease.
If it is necessary to use a booster battery to start the engine,
BE CAREFUL! There must be one person in the operators
seat and one person to connect and disconnect the battery
cables.
BOOSTING PROCEDURES
The ignition must be in the OFF position. The booster
battery to be used must be 12 volt. Connect the end of the
first cable to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery.
Connect the other end of the same cable to the loader
battery positive (+) terminal. Connect the end of the
second cable to the negative (–) terminal of the booster
battery (fig. 4.11A). Connect the other end of the same
cable to a ground. Keep cables away from moving parts.
Start the engine. After the engine has started, disconnect the
end of the second cable from the negative (–) terminal of
the booster battery. Disconnect the other end of the same
cable from the ground. Disconnect the end of the first cable
from the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery.
Disconnect the other end of the same cable from the loader
battery positive (+) terminal.
4. MAINTENANCE
WARNING
To prevent personal injury
DO NOT charge a frozen
battery because it can
explode and cause
personal injury. Let the
battery warm to 60
°
F.
(15.5
°
C.) before putting on
a charger.
Lead-acid batteries contain
sulfuric acid which will
damage the eyes or skin on
contact. Always wear goggles
to avoid acid in the eyes. If
acid contacts the eyes, wash
immediately with LARGE
QUANTITIES of clean water
and get medical attention.
Wear rubber gloves and
protective clothing to keep
acid off the skin. If acid
contacts the skin, wash off
immediately with clean water.
WARNING
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C3419
Fig. 4.11A
Boosting Lug
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