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Battery Maintenance
The battery is filled with battery acid
and then sealed at the factory.
However, even a “maintenance free”
battery requires some maintenance to
ensure its proper life cycle.
• Spray the terminals and exposed
wire with a battery terminal sealer,
or coat the terminals with a thin coat
of grease or petroleum jelly, to
protect against corrosion.
• The battery should be kept clean.
Any deposits of acid should be
neutralized with baking soda and
water. Be careful not to get this
solution in the cells.
• Avoid tipping the battery. Even a
“sealed” battery will leak electrolyte
when tipped.
Battery Storage
• When storing the tractor for extended
periods, disconnect the battery
cables. Removing the battery from
the unit is recommended.
• All batteries discharge during
storage. Keep the exterior of the
battery clean, especially the top. A
dirty battery will discharge itself
more rapidly.
• The battery must be stored with a
full charge. A discharged battery will
freeze at a higher temperature.
Specific Gravity Freezing Point
1.265 –71°F
1.250 –62°F
1.200 –16°F
1.150 5°F
1.100 16°F
• Recharge the battery before
returning to service; or every two
months, whichever comes first.
Headlight Bulb Replacement
Replace headlight bulbs as follows:
(See Figure 17)
Figure 17
1. Unplug the wire harness leads
from the headlight socket
terminals. Note which wire
connects to each terminal before
disconnecting.
2. Rotate the socket assembly as
follows to remove from the
reflector housing:
• Left headlight — appoximately 1/4
turn counterclockwise.
• Right headlight — approximately
1/4 turn clockwise.
3. Push the bulb inward and turn
counterclockwise to remove from
the socket.
4. Align a locking post of the bulb
base with the notch in the socket,
then push the bulb inward and
turn clockwise to lock
5. With the terminals pointing
upward, align the tab of the
socket with the notch of the
reflector. Push the socket inward
and turn as follows to lock:
• Left headlight — appoximately 1/4
turn clockwise.
• Right headlight — approximately
1/4 turn counterclockwise.
6. Connect the wire harness leads to
the appropriate socket terminals.
Terminal
Socket
Reflector Housing
Reflector Notch
Socket Tab