Ditch Witch FM13V, Operator'S Manual

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FM13V/FM13X Operator’s Manual
Service - 53
As Needed
As Needed
Check Battery (Electric Start
Only)
Check battery as needed. Keep battery clean and
terminals free of corrosion.
To clean:
1. Turn battery disconnect switch, if equipped, to
the off position.
2. Ensure that no ignition sources are near
batteries.
3. Loosen and remove battery cable clamps
carefully,
negative (-) cable first.
4. Clean cable clamps and terminals to remove dull glaze.
5. Check for signs of internal corrosion in cables.
6. Connect battery cable clamps, positive (+) cable first.
7. Tighten any loose connections.
8. Ensure that battery tiedowns are secure.
9. Turn battery disconnect switch to the on position.
Explosion possible. Serious injury or equipment damage could occur.
Follow directions carefully.
To help avoid injury: Do not create sparks and do not short across battery terminals
for any reason.
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