Cushman TURF-TRUCKSTER, Руководство по обслуживанию и ремонту

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GENERAL
For normal service, use a battery rated 12V, 420 cold
cranking amps at 0°F (–18°C) Group BCI24.
CHARGING A MAINTENANCE
FREE BATTERY
NOTE
Remove battery from vehicle.
1. Be sure charger is “Off”.
2. Connect charger leads to battery. Connect the
positive (+) connector from the charger to the pos-
tive battery terminal. Connect the negative (–)
connector of the charger to the negative battery
terminal.
3. Charge the battery using one of the methods
shown below. Follow the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions on the charger.
4. If, when charging the battery, violent gassing or
spewing of electrolyte occurs, or the battery case
feels hot — 125°F (52°C), reduce or temporarily
halt charging to avoid damaging the battery.
5. Always turn charger to “Off” before removing a
charger lead from the battery.
MAINTENANCE/CLEANING
A buildup of corrosive acid across the top of the bat-
tery can cause the battery to self-discharge. Even a
light coating of this grayish-white substance can com-
plete a circuit to drain and exhaust the energy in the
battery. This is especially bad when moisture is present.
To maintain a battery in top condition, check and per-
form the following services at frequent intervals:
1. Regularly check level of electrolyte — add water
as necessary to maintain level above plates — do
not overfill as this can cause poor performance or
early failure due to loss of electrolyte.
2. Keep terminals and top of battery clean. Wash
with baking soda and rinse with clear water. Do
not allow soda solution to enter cells as this will
destroy the electrolyte.
3. Make sure battery terminals are tight and cables
are in good condition.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SECTION 10D. BATTERY
10D-1
10D
!
WARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and generate ex-
plosive mixtures of hydrogen and oxygen gases.
Keep any device which may cause sparks or
flames away from the battery to prevent explo-
sion.
!
WARNING
Always wear protective glasses or goggles and
protective clothing when working with batteries.
You must follow the battery manufacturer’s in-
structions on safety, maintenance and installa-
tion procedures.
!
CAUTION
Always connect the “ground” (black) cable last
and remove it first whenever performing any bat-
tery maintenance. When the battery is being
removed or reinstalled, make sure the positive
and negative terminals do not contact metal
tractor parts at the same time or arcing will
result. Battery connections must be kept clean
and tight at all times. Loose cables will cause
arcing and pitting of the connections and cause
eventual failure. Keep positive terminal cover in
place.
!
WARNING
To avoid possible injury, stand away from bat-
tery when the charger is turned on. A damaged
battery or a battery with an internal short could
explode.
Slow Charge Fast Charge
10 hours @ 5 amps 2
1
⁄
2
hours @ 20 amps
5 hours @ 10 amps 1
1
⁄
2
hours @ 30 amps
1 hour @ 45 amps