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Regular Maintenance
BATTERY MAINTENANCE
Checking the Battery Fluid
NOTE: It is not necessary to check the battery fluid
level if machine is equipped with a maintenance-free
battery.
1. Remove the battery box cover to access the battery.
2. Remove the battery filler cap(s) (A, Figure 12). Fluid
must be even with the split ring full mark. If not, add
distilled water.
3. Reinstall the filler cap(s).
Cleaning the Battery and Cables
1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative
cable first (C, Figure 12).
2. Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a
wire brush until shiny.
3. Reinstall the battery and reattach the battery cables,
positive cable first (see B, Figure 12)
4. Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petro-
leum jelly or non-conducting grease.
WARNING
Be careful when handling the battery. Avoid
spilling electrolyte. Keep flames and sparks away
from the battery.
When removing or installing battery cables,
disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect
it LAST. If not done in this order, the positive
terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool.
A
B
C
Figure 12. Battery Compartment
A. Vent Cap(s)
B. Positive (+) Cable & Terminal
C. Negative (-) Cable & Terminal