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SERVICING THE BATTERY
General Battery Information
WARNING:
• Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
• Battery acid must be handled with great care, as
contact with it can burn and blister the skin. It is
advisable to wear protective clothing (goggles,
rubber gloves and apron) when working with acid.
• Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the
eyes or onto the skin, rinse the affected area
immediately with clean cold water. If there is any
further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention.
• If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean
water, then neutralize with a solution of ammonia/
water or baking soda/water.
• Because battery acid is corrosive, do not pour it
into any sink or drain. Before discarding an empty
electrolyte container, rinse it thoroughly with a
neutralizing solution.
• NEVER connect (or disconnect) battery charger
clips to the battery while the charger is turned on,
as it can cause sparks.
• Keep all sources of ignition (cigarettes, matches,
lighters) away from the battery. The hydrogen
gas generated during charging can be
combustible.
• As a further precaution, only charge the battery in
a well ventilated area.
• Always shield eyes and protect skin and clothing
when working near batteries.
WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric
acid and may emit explosive gases. Use
extreme caution when handling batter-
ies. Keep batteries out of the reach of
children.
Battery Removal
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.
The battery is located at the front of the tractor behind
the grill, just forward of the radiator.
To remove the battery:
• Open the grill as described previously.
• Remove the two nuts and the battery hold-down
strap from the battery hold-down rods. See
Figure 75.
Figure 75
• Loosen the cable clamp of the negative battery
lead, then lift the negative cable off the negative
battery post. Move the cable away from the nega-
tive battery post.
• Repeat the above procedure to remove the cable
from the positive battery post.
• Carefully lift the battery out of the tractor.
Install the battery by repeating the above steps in the
reverse order.
WARNING: Always connect the positive
lead to the battery before connecting the
negative lead.
Battery Maintenance
• Check the battery occasionally to make certain it
is tightly fixed in its battery tray.
• Make certain the battery vent caps are tightened
securely in the vent holes.
• 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.
WARNING: Never remove any of the
battery vent caps while the engine is
running.
Hold
Down
Rod
Hex
Nut
Battery
Battery Hold
Down Strap