9 MAINTENANCE
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9.9
CHARGE THE BATTERY ___________________________________________________
Read the battery charger manual for specified instructions on the operation of the charger.
When possible, remove the battery from the vehicle before you charge the battery. If the battery is not sealed, check
and make sure the level of the electrolyte is above the plates in all of the cells.
Make sure the battery charger is turned OFF, then connect the battery charger to the battery terminals as specified in
the battery charger manual.
Always turn OFF the battery charger before you disconnect the battery charger from the battery terminals.
9.10 ENGINE EXHAUST ________________________________________________________
The exhaust system has the exhaust manifold, muffler and exhaust pipes.
If you sense a change in the color or sound of the exhaust, stop the engine immediately. Identify the problem and have
the system repaired.
Torque all exhaust manifold hardware equally. Tighten or replace the exhaust clamps.
9.11 ROPS ___________________________________________________________________
A Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) is included with this vehicle. Inspect the ROPS periodically for loose hardware
or damage.
Every 400 hours, inspect the seat, seat belt, ROPS mounting hardware and ROPS frame for damage. Replace all
damaged parts immediately. All replacement parts for the ROPS must be as specified in the Parts Manual.
Check and torque all ROPS hardware every 100 hours.
WARNING
Charge the battery in an area with good airflow. The battery can release hydrogen gas that is explosive. To prevent
an explosion, keep any device that can cause sparks or flames away from the battery.
When the battery charger is turned on, to prevent injury, stay away from the battery. A battery that is damaged can
cause an explosion.
WARNING
The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide. The carbon monoxide in the exhaust fumes can increase to
dangerous levels. To protect you from carbon monoxide poisoning, inspect the complete exhaust system every
month and replace damaged components immediately.
NEVER operate the engine without enough ventilation.
The temperature of the exhaust components can be greater than 300° F (149° C). To prevent the burns, do not
touch a hot exhaust system.
CAUTION
Keep the ROPS hardware correctly fastened. Do not do welding operations, drill, change or bend the ROPS.
Replace damaged ROPS. Do not try to correct a damaged ROPS.
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