Kubota CTL SVL97-2, Operator'S Manual

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deteriorate, which may shorten the service life
of the battery or cause an explosion. Check the
fluid level regularly and add distilled water as
required so that the fluid level is between the
[UPPER] and [LOWER] levels.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury or death:
• Never remove the vent caps while the engine is
running.
• Keep electrolyte away from eyes, hands, and
clothes. If you are spattered with electrolyte,
wash it away completely with water immediately
and get medical attention.
• Wear eye protection and rubber gloves when
working around the battery.
• Before inspection or dismounting the battery,
be sure to turn off the engine and turn the
starter switch to the [STOP] position.
• When removing the battery, always disconnect
the negative ground cable first. When installing
a battery, always connect the ground cable last.
Connecting and disconnecting the cables in
proper order prevents a possible explosion
caused by sparks.
• Always wear eye protection when working with
the battery.
IMPORTANT :
• The battery of non-refillable type is factory-
installed. If the indicator turns white, do not
quick charge the battery but replace it with new
one.
Mishandling the battery shortens the service life of it
and adds to maintenance costs.
The original battery is maintenance free, but must be
checked periodically.
If the battery is weak, the engine will be difficult to start
and the lights will be dim. It is important to check the
battery periodically.
(1) Battery (2) Indicator
How to read the indicator
Check the battery condition by reading the indicator.
State of indicator display
Green
Specific gravity of electrolyte and quality of
electrolyte are both in good condition.
Black Needs charging battery.
White Needs replacing battery.
Battery charging
WARNING
To avoid personal injury or death:
• When the battery is being activated, hydrogen
and oxygen gases in the battery are extremely
explosive. Keep open sparks and flames away
from the battery at all times, especially when
charging the battery.
• When charging the battery, ensure that the vent
caps are securely in place if equipped.
• When disconnecting the cable from the battery,
start with the negative terminal first.
When connecting the cable to the battery, start
with the positive terminal first.
• Never check the battery charge by placing a
metal object across the posts.
Use a voltmeter or hydrometer.
(1) Battery
• To slow charge the battery, connect the battery
positive terminal to the charger positive terminal
and the negative to the negative, then recharge in
the standard fashion.
• A boost charge is only for emergencies. The boost
charge will partially charge the battery at a high rate
and in a short time.
When using a boost-charged battery, it is necessary
to recharge the battery as early as possible.
Failure to recharge may shorten the battery's
service life.
• The battery is charged if the display of the indicator
turns green from black.
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