Tico Pro-Spotter, Service Manual

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3-4 Service Manual
TICO Manufacturing
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PRO-SPOTTER
Removal
See Figures 3-2 and 3-3.
NOTE
If the machine is out of use for more than 30 days,
remove the batteries. Store the batteries in a dry, cool,
well-ventilated area and out of the reach of children and
pets.
1. Park and prepare tractor for service. (See “Park
Tractor Safely” on page 1-3.)
Figure 3-2: Rubber Mat
2. Unlatch the handles (1) to open the battery box (2).
3. Remove rubber mat (3).
Figure 3-3: Battery Removal
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CAUTION
4. Remove nuts (4), black battery jumper cable (5), and
busbar (6) from negative (-) battery terminals.
5. Remove nuts (4), red battery jumper cable (7), and
busbar (6) from positive (+) battery terminals.
6. Remove nuts (8), washers (9), and J-bolts (10)
7. Remove batteries (12) and battery covers (11).
Inspection
• Inspect cables and brackets for damage. Replace as
needed.
• Clean battery and cables of dirt and corrosion using
an approved battery-cleaning solution.
• Check the water level and add water as needed.
IMPORTANT
To prevent damage to the battery and other
components, avoid a high charging rate on a fully
charged battery.
• Verify the battery is fully charged and properly
working.
Installation
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
• Connect battery positive (+) cable first and battery
negative (-) cable last.
• Apply an anti-corrosion solution to battery terminals.
• Properly tighten all cables to the battery terminals to
prevent weak electrical connections.
1 Handle (2 used) 2 Battery Box 3 Rubber Mat
4 Nut (4 used) 9 Washer (4 used)
5 Jumper Cable 10 J-Bolt (4 used)
6 Busbar (2 used) 11 Battery Cover (2 used)
7 Jumper Cable 12 Battery (2 used)
8 Nut (4 used)
1
TPS-020
2
3
4
TPS-021
8
10
9
4
5
7
6
4
4
11
12
• Prevent possible injury. Accidental contact
between positive (+) battery terminal and
ground can cause arcing and burns. Always
disconnect the battery negative (-) cable first
and battery positive (+) cable last. Connect
battery positive (+) cable first and battery
negative (-) cable last.
• Prevent possible injury. Battery gas is
explosive. Keep flash and fire away from
batteries.
• Prevent possible serious injury or burn.
Sulfuric acid within the battery electrolyte is a
hazardous material and direct contact should
be avoided.