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Service and Repairs
NOTE: For information on engine electrical compon-
ents, see the Kubota Workshop Manual, Diesel Engine,
SM--E3B Series.
Battery Service
The battery is the heart of the electrical system. With
regular andproper service, battery life can be extended.
Additionally, battery and electrical component failure
canbeprevented.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD:
Either the battery terminals or metal tools could
short against metal vehicle components.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN:
Sparkscan causethe batterygasses toexplode.
Damaged cables could short against metal ve -
hicle components a nd cause sparks.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD:
When removing or installing the battery, do not
allow the battery terminals to touch any metal
parts of the vehicle.
Always DISCONNECT the negative (black) bat-
tery cable before disconnecting the positive
(red) cable.
Always CONNECT the positive (red) battery
cable before connecting the negative (black)
cable.
Do not allow metal tools to short between the
battery terminals and metal parts of t he ve-
hicle.
Always keep the battery retaining components
secure to protect the battery.
Battery Specifications
BCI Group Size 26
540 Amp Cranking Performance at 0
o
F(--18
o
C)
80 Minutes Reserve Capacity at 80
o
F(27
o
C)
Electrolyte Specific Gravity
Fully charged: 1.265 corrected to 80
o
F(27
o
C)
Discharged: less than 1.240
Battery Removal (Fig. 32)
IMPORTANT: Be careful to not damage terminal
posts or cable connectors when removing the bat-
tery cables.
1. Position vehicle on a level surface, set parking
brake, turn ignition switch OFF and remove key.
2. Remove battery cover.
3. Disconnect negative (black) cable from battery first
to prevent short circuiting the battery, other components
or operator’s hands. Then disconnect positive (red)
cable.
4. Remove battery retainer that secures battery to bat-
tery tray.
5. Make sure that battery filler caps are on tightly.
6. Remove battery from chassis to a service area. This
will minimize possible battery damage and allow better
access for battery inspection and service.
1. Battery tray
2. Carriage screw (4 used)
3. Flange nut (4 used)
4. Battery cover
5. Carriage screw
6. Battery
7. Positive cable (red)
8. Negative cable (black)
9. Battery retainer
10. Flange nut
Figure 32
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