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7.10.1.4 Boosting
A twelve volt battery can be connected in parallel
(+ to +) with the windrower battery. Use heavy
duty battery cables.
CAUTION
Gas given off by batteries is explosive.
Keep sparks and flames away from
batteries.
Wear protective eye-wear when using a
booster battery.
Be sure everyone is clear of machine when
starting engine. Start engine from
Operator’s station only.
a. Move platform on left cab-forward side of machine
to open position.
b. Remove red rubber cover from boost post (A) on
windrower frame.
c. Attach one end of battery cable to positive (
+
)
terminal of booster battery, and other end to
positive boost post (A) on windrower frame.
d. Attach second cable to negative (
-
) terminal of
booster battery, and then to ground post (B) on
windrower frame.
e. Turn ignition switch in cab as with normal start up.
f. After engine starts, disconnect cable from
windrower ground first, and then disconnect the
other cables.
g. Replace rubber cover on boost post (A).
7.10.1.5 Adding
Electrolyte
WARNING
Keep all smoking
materials, sparks and
flames away from
electrolyte container
and battery, as gas
given off by
electrolyte is explosive.
Battery electrolyte causes severe burns.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Wear protective eyewear and heavy
gloves.
WARNING
If electrolyte is spilled or splashed on clothing
or on the body, neutralize it immediately with a
solution of baking soda and water, then rinse
with clean water. Electrolyte splashed into the
eyes is extremely dangerous. Should this
occur, force the eye open and flood with cool,
clean water for five minutes. Call a doctor
immediately.
a. If battery is installed in windrower, shut down the
engine, and remove the key.
b. Move platform on right cab-forward side of
machine to rear to allow access to the battery.
c. Add electrolyte in accordance with the battery
manufacturer’s instructions.
d. Move platform back to normal position. Ensure
lock engages.
A
B
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