Always disconnect the negative terminal first when removing the battery and
always connect the positive terminal first when fitting the battery.
When connecting the battery leads make sure not to reverse the polarity.
Quick charging will reduce battery life.
CHECKING THE WIRING HARNESS AND FUSES
Loose wires make inferior connections and damaged wires can cause short circuits, fires burnt
wiring or reduce efficiency of components
CAUTION
Disconnect the terminals prior to charging the battery to avoid damage to the
circuit and electrical instruments.
wiring or reduce efficiency of components.
Replace or repair any faulty wiring or insulation.
If a fuse burns out again after it has been replaced, do not replace it with wire or a high
capacity fuse, find the cause and rectify it or get an auto electrician to do so.
Where insulation is chafed or peeled off, recover the area with a good quality insulation tape. Where
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wiring comes out of it’s fitting replace it correctly with the standard fitting.
IMPORTANT
Incorrect wiring or fuses can cause fires to both the tractor and surrounding area
so get the dealer to check it annually.
Likewise fuel pipes and wiring age with use.
Ask your dealer to check it at least once every 2 years and replace as required.
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REPLACING FUSES
The circuit has 8 blade type fuses in its wiring circuit
When a fuse has blown replace it with one of the same value.
Using a large capacity fuse or wire burn out the wiring system
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Using a large capacity fuse or wire burn out the wiring system.
Use fuse tongs to replace fuses
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MAIN FUSES
The wiring harness is equipped with 3 main fuses who’s function is to preserve the wiring.
However when a main fuse blows the entire circuit is dead.
Always check the reason & rectify before replacing the fuse of the same value.
To indicate that the fuse is blown it will be discolored.
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Always check the reason for a blown fuse otherwise the new fuse is also likely to blow.
NEVER EVER USE WIRE
in place of correct grade fuse.