Servicing the Batteries

SERVICE INTERVAL - ANNUALLY
 

 

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NOTE: Although this battery is a maintenance free battery, conditions such as long periods of operation at high ambient temperatures and excessive engine cranking may require adding water. See label on battery.

causym CAUTION: Never use compressed air to clean batteries. It can cause a build-up of static charge leading to potential injury.

Battery gas can explode. Keep sparks and flames away from batteries. Use a flashlight to check battery electrolyte level.

Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across posts. Use a voltmeter or hydrometer.

Always remove battery ground cables before positive battery cables and connect them last. Do not let disconnected ground terminal touch metal surface.

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

TS204

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causym CAUTION: Avoid contact with poisonous sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte. Battery acid can burn skin, damage clothing, and cause blindness if splashed into eyes.

To avoid damage to equipment, disconnect negative battery cable first, then disconnect positive battery cable.

1. Remove battery compartment cover.
2. Remove battery hold down clamp.
3. Slide batteries forward.
4. Disconnect negative battery cables (A), then positive battery cables (B).
5. Clean terminals and battery posts using a baking soda and water solution.
6. Remove any corrosion with a terminal brush.
7. Rinse with clean water and air dry.
8. Connect positive battery terminals, then connect negative battery terminal.
9. Apply thin coat of grease to cable ends.
10. Slide batteries back into compartment and install battery hold down clamp.
11. Install battery compartment cover.

NOTE: For optimum battery performance, keep battery terminals clean and tight.

For replacement batteries, follow manufacturer's recommendations.

RXA0083066

Disconnect Negative Battery Cables Before Positive Cables


A-Negative Battery Cables
B-Positive Battery Cables

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