16 Series, Model - 2816 HST
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When Charging the Battery
IMPORTANT:
Battery can explode during boosting or charging. Always
wear proper eye protection, such as a safety goggles.
If the electric circuit inside the battery is broken, charging can generate a
spark inside the battery which can cause it to explode.
If the battery is discharged, and the reason for discharge is unknown and
if the lamps or horn do not indicate some battery voltage, check the
battery with a volt meter for an open circuit using following procedure.
1. Disconnect the negative ( – ) cable.
2. Connect the volt meter across battery terminals.
3. If there is no voltage present, an open internal circuit is indicated.
Replace the battery.
4. If voltage is present, the battery is OK to charge. Charge the battery
with a current of 4 amperes for 5 to 10 hours. To charge the battery
quickly for urgent need, use a current of 25 amperes for 30 minutes
or less. A current larger than specified will cause liquid overflow due
to foaming.
5. The specific gravity of electrolyte of a fully charged battery is 1.280 at
20
o
C (68
o
F).
NOTE:
1. If using a battery charger, be certain the charger is turned off before
connecting to the battery.
2. Charge the battery in a well ventilated area.
3. Do not attempt to charge a frozen battery.
When
Battery
Is
Not
in
Use
When
the
tractor
is
not
in
use,
the
battery
will
need
a
charge
every
three
months
to
keep
the
specific
gravity
at
or
above
1.240.
A
storage
battery
not
in
use
will
slowly
discharge.
A
battery
that
has
discharged
can
freeze
at
low
ambient
temperature
and
cause
damage
to
the
battery
and
tractor.
When working around storage batteries, remember that all of the
exposed metal parts are “live”. Never lay a metal object across the
terminals because a spark or short circuit may result.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM _____________________________________________________
