Kubota M5040, Workshop Manual

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M5040, M6040, M7040, WSM G GENERAL
[4] CHECK POINTS OF EVERY 100 HOURS
Checking Battery Condition
CAUTION
• Never remove the vent plugs while the engine is running.
• Keep electrolyte away from eyes, hands and clothes. If you
are spattered with it, wash it away completely with water
immediately and get medical attention.
• Keep open sparks and flames away from the battery at all
times. Hydrogen gas mixed with oxygen becomes very
explosive.
• Wear eye protection and rubber gloves when working
around battery.
1. The original battery is maintenance free type battery (Non-
refillable type).
When the performance becomes low, inspect the battery.
2. Clean the battery surface with a clean cloth.
Keep the terminals clean and coated with petroleum jelly.
3. Check the battery condition by reading the indicator.
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Directions for Storage
CAUTION
• When connecting the battery, do not reverse the polarities.
Connection with reverse polarities will cause spark and
troubles to the battery and electrical system in the tractor.
• 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.
• Reversing the steps may cause shortcircuiting, should a
metallic tool touch the terminals.
• When storing the tractor for long periods of time, remove the
battery from the tractor and store in a cool, dry place.
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State of indicator display
Green
Specific gravity of electrolyte and quality of electrolyte
are both in good condition.
Black Needs charging battery.
White Needs changing battery.
(1) Battery (2) Indicator
KiSC issued 06, 2008 A