Servicing Batteries and Connections

RXA0086786-UN-14FEB06

RXA0113879-UN-09FEB11

A - Battery Compartment Cover

B - Latches

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.

CAUTION: Never use compressed air to clean batteries. It can cause a buildup 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.

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

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

For replacement batteries, follow manufacturer’s recommendations.

1. Release latches (B) and remove battery compartment cover (A).
2. Disconnect negative battery cables, then positive battery cables.
3. Remove any corrosion with a terminal brush, then clean terminals and battery posts using a baking soda and water solution.
4. Rinse with clean water and air dry.
5. Connect positive battery terminals, then connect negative battery terminal.
6. Apply thin coat of grease to cable ends.
7. If batteries have been removed for service, slide batteries back into compartment. Install battery hold down clamp.
8. Replace battery compartment cover (A).