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S205 Skid-Steer Loader
85 Operation & Maintenance Manual
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (CONT’D)
Battery Maintenance
Figure 153
The battery cables must be clean and tight. Check the
electrolyte level in the battery. Add distilled water as
needed. Remove acid or corrosion from the battery and
cables with a sodium bicarbonate and water solution
[Figure 153].
Put Battery Saver (6664458) or grease on the battery
terminals and cable ends to prevent corrosion.
WARNING
Batteries contain acid which burns eyes and skin on
contact. Wear goggles, protective clothing and
rubber gloves to keep acid off body.
In case of acid contact, wash immediately with water.
In case of eye contact get prompt medical attention
and wash eye with clean, cool water for at least
15 minutes.
If electrolyte is taken internally drink large quantities
of water or milk! DO NOT induce vomiting. Get
prompt medical attention.
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Using A Booster Battery (Jump Starting)
If it is necessary to use a booster battery to start the
engine, BE CAREFUL! There must be one person in the
operator's seat and one person to connect and
disconnect the battery cables.
The key switch must be OFF (Key Switch Panel) OR the
STOP Button must be pressed (Keyless Panel). The
booster battery must be 12 volts.
WARNING
Keep arcs, sparks flames and lighted tobacco away
from batteries. When jumping from booster battery
make final connection (negative) at machine frame.
Do not jump start or charge a frozen or damaged
battery. Warm battery to 16°C (60°F) before
connecting to a charger. Unplug charger before
connecting or disconnecting cables to battery. Never
lean over battery while boosting, testing or charging.
Battery gas can explode and cause serious injury.
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