Maintenance RD 27
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5.30 Disconnecting/Connecting the Battery
Dispose of dead batteries in accordance with local environmental regulations.
Disconnecting
To disconnect the battery:
1. Stop the machine and shut down the engine.
2. Place all electrical switches in the OFF position.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery.
4. Disconnect the positive battery cable from the battery.
Connecting
To connect the battery:
1. Connect the positive battery cable to the battery.
2. Connect the negative battery cable to the battery.
Maintaining
Keep battery terminals clean and connections tight.
When necessary, tighten the cables and grease the cable clamps with petro-
leum jelly.
Maintain the battery at full charge to improve cold weather starting.
Precautions
Observe the following precautions to prevent serious damage to the electrical
system:
Do not disconnect the battery while the machine is running.
Do not attempt to run the machine without a battery.
Do not attempt to jump-start a machine.
In the event that the machine has a dead battery, either replace the battery with
a fully charged battery or charge the battery using an appropriate battery
charger.
WARNING
Explosion hazard. Batteries can emit explosive hydrogen gas.
f Keep all sparks and flames away from the battery.
f Do not short-circuit battery posts.
WARNING
Battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive.
f In the event of ingestion or contact with skin or eyes, seek medical attention
immediately.
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