Service Battery

1. CAUTION: To avoid sparks, connect negative (ground) (—) cable last and disconnect it first.

   Keep battery clean by wiping with a damp cloth. Keep all connections (A and B) clean and tight. To remove any corrosion, wash terminals with a solution of four parts water to one part baking soda.

2. Keep battery fully charged, especially during cold weather. If a battery charger is connected, attach a positive cable to the positive battery terminal (B). Connect the negative battery charger lead to a good ground on the tractor frame.

   CAUTION: Sulfuric acid in a battery electrolyte is poisonous. It is strong enough to burn skin, eat holes in clothing, and cause blindness if splashed into eyes.

   Avoid the hazard by:

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      A - Negative (—) Battery Terminal

      B - Positive (+) Battery Terminal

      Filling batteries in a well-ventilated area.

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   2. Wearing eye protection and rubber gloves.
   3. Avoiding breathing fumes when the electrolyte is added.
   4. Avoiding spilling or dripping electrolyte.
   5. Use proper jump-start procedure.
   
   

   If you spill acid on yourself:

   1. Flush your skin with water.
   2. Apply baking soda or lime to help neutralize the acid.
   3. Flush your eyes with water for 15—30 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
   
   

   If acid is swallowed:

   1. Do not induce vomiting.
   2. Drink large amounts of water or milk, but do not exceed 2 L (2 quarts).
   3. Get medical attention immediately.
   
   

   IMPORTANT: DO NOT add water in freezing weather unless the tractor will be run at least 30 minutes to assure thorough mixing.

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3. Check level of an electrolyte in each cell at least every 250 hours. If low, fill to bottom of filler necks with CLEAN, SOFT water. DO NOT OVERFILL.

4. Coat terminals with a small amount of grease.