Electrical System
Maintenance
Electrical System Safety
•
Disconnect the battery before repairing the
machine. Disconnect the negative terminal first
and the positive last. Connect the positive terminal
first and the negative last.
•
Charge the battery in an open, well-ventilated
area, away from sparks and flames. Unplug the
charger before connecting or disconnecting the
battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated
tools.
•
Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Protect
your face, eyes, and clothing when working with a
battery.
•
Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes,
sparks, and flames away from the battery.
Servicing the Battery
Service Interval:
Every 75 hours—Check the battery
cable connections.
Every 75 hours—Clean the battery.
Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use
a paper towel to clean the battery case. If the battery
terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of
4 parts water and 1 part baking soda. Apply a light
coating of grease to the battery terminals to reduce
corrosion.
Specifications:
12 V, 450 A (cold cranking)
Removing the Battery
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, engage the
parking brake, and lower the loader arms.
2.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
3.
Remove the battery cover (
)
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1.
Battery cover
5.
Nut
2.
Bolt
6.
Positive battery cable
3.
Battery
7.
Negative battery cable
4.
Bars
8.
Battery pad
4.
Remove the nuts and bars securing the battery
(
).
5.
Disconnect the negative (black) cable to the
negative (-) battery post (
6.
Disconnect the positive (red) cable to the
positive (+) battery post (
7.
Lift the battery off the platform.
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