Service Electrical

Battery Statement

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead components, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Service Battery Safely

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c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. It is poisonous and can cause serious burns:

· Wear eye protection and gloves.

· Keep skin protected.

· If electrolyte is swallowed, get medical attention immediately.

· If electrolyte is splashed into eyes, flush immediately with water for 15-30 minutes and get medical attention.

· If electrolyte is splashed onto skin, flush immediately with water and get medical attention if necessary.

The battery produces a flammable and explosive gas. The battery may explode:

· Do not smoke near battery.

· Wear eye protection and gloves.

· Do not allow direct metal contact across battery posts.

· Remove negative cable first when disconnecting.

· Install negative cable last when connecting.

Removing and Installing Battery

Removing:

1. Park the machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. Raise hood.

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3. Pull out on grille and disconnect two springs (A) to remove grille.

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4. Disconnect black negative (-) cable (B) from battery first.

5. Slide red positive terminal cover (C) back and disconnect red positive (+) cable (D).

6. Remove battery hold-down.

· Remove hex nuts (E) and bracket (F).

7. Remove battery.

Installing:

1. Install battery into machine.

2. Check manifold caps to be sure vent holes are open.

3. Install battery hold-down assembly. Do not overtighten.

4. Connect positive (+) cable to battery first, then negative (-) cable.

5. Apply petroleum jelly on battery terminals to help prevent corrosion.

6. Install front grille.

7. Lower hood.

Cleaning Battery and Terminals

1. Park the machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. Raise hood.

3. Remove grille.

4. Disconnect negative (black) cable from battery first.

5. Disconnect positive (red) cable from the battery.

6. Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking soda to one gallon of water. Be careful not to get the soda solution into the cells.

7. If battery is very dirty, remove battery.

8. Clean battery case, terminals, cable ends, hold-down, and tray.

9. Rinse all parts with clean water. Let dry.

10. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.

11. Install battery.

12. Connect positive (red) cable to battery first, then the negative (black) cable.

13. Apply petroleum jelly on battery terminals to help prevent corrosion.

14. Install battery hold-down retainer and tighten hardware.

15. Install grille.

16. Lower hood.

Checking Battery Electrolyte Level

NOTE: Add only distilled water to replace normal electrolyte loss.

1. Park the machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. Remove battery from machine and set it on a level surface.

3. Remove battery cell caps. Make sure cap vents are not plugged.

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4. Check electrolyte level. Electrolyte (A) should be approximately halfway between bottom of filler neck (B) and top of plates (C).


IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not overfill battery. Electrolyte can overflow when battery is charged and cause damage.

5. Add only distilled water if necessary.

6. Install battery cell caps.

7. Install battery.

Using Booster Battery

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Do not attempt to jump start a frozen battery. Warm to 16 degrees C (60 degrees F).

Do not connect the negative (-) booster cable to the negative (-) terminal of the discharged battery. Connect at a good ground location away from the discharged battery.

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A - Booster Battery

B - Disabled Machine Battery

1. Connect positive (+) booster cable to booster battery (A) positive (+) post (C).

2. Connect the other end of positive (+) booster cable to the disabled machine battery (B) positive (+) post (D).

3. Connect negative (-) booster cable to booster battery negative (-) post (E).

4. Connect the other end (F) of negative (-) booster cable to a metal part of the disabled machine frame away from battery.

5. Start the engine of the disabled machine and run machine for several minutes.

6. Carefully disconnect the booster cables in the exact reverse order: negative cable first and then the positive cable.

Replacing Fuses


IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The electrical system may be damaged if incorrect replacement fuses are used. Replace the bad fuse with a fuse of the same amp rating.

1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. Raise hood.

3. Remove left side engine panel.

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4. Pull cover (A) off fuse holder.

5. Fuse Identification:

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A - 3 Amp Fuse - 1st position - Seat Switch

B - 3 Amp Fuse - 2nd position - Control Box, Fuel Solenoid

C - 15 Amp Fuse - 3rd position - Warning and Turn Lights and Control Panel Lights

D - 3 Amp Fuse - 5th position - Spare

E - 10 Amp Fuse - 6th position - Spare

F - 15 Amp Fuse - 7th position - Spare

G - 5 Amp Fuse - 8th position - Spare

H - 10 Amp Fuse - 9th position - Flood Lights

I - 5 Amp Fuse - 10th position - Warning Lights

J - 5 Amp Fuse - 11th position - Tail Light Switch

K - 15 Amp Fuse - 12th position - Headlights

6. Pull defective fuse from socket.

7. Push new fuse into socket.

8. Install fuse holder cover.

9. Install left side engine panel.

10. Lower hood.

Replacing Headlight Bulb

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! The halogen bulb contains gas under pressure. The bulb may shatter if the glass is scratched or dropped. Wear eye protection and handle bulb with care when replacing.

1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. Raise hood.