MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Form 169552 / 169554 / 169555
150
Revision A
7.10 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
7.10.1 BATTERIES
The M105 is equipped with two batteries that are
located under the engine compartment hood at
the left side of the engine compartment.
A battery main disconnect switch is located on
the battery tray.
Ensure disconnect switch is switched to
POWER OFF position when performing major
servicing to electrical components or for periods
of non-use to prevent inadvertent loss of battery
charge.
WARNING
•
Gas given off by
battery electrolyte is
explosive. Keep all
smoking materials,
sparks and flames
away from batteries.
•
Follow proper charging and boosting
procedures given in this section.
•
Ventilate when charging in enclosed
space.
•
Always wear protective eye-wear when
working near batteries.
•
Do not tip batteries more than 45
°
to
avoid electrolyte loss.
•
Battery electrolyte causes severe burns.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
•
Keep batteries out of reach of children.
•
If electrolyte is spilled or splashed on
clothing or the body, neutralize it
immediately with a solution of baking
soda and water, then rinse with clean
water.
•
Electrolyte splashed into the eyes is
extremely dangerous. Should this occur,
force the eye open, and flood with cool,
clean water for five minutes. Call a
Doctor immediately.
•
To avoid shocks, burns or damage to
electrical system, disconnect battery
ground cable before working in an area
where you might accidentally contact
electrical components.
•
Do not operate the engine with alternator
or battery disconnected. With battery
cables disconnected and engine running,
a high voltage can be built up if terminals
touch the frame. Anyone touching the
frame under these conditions would be
severely shocked.
•
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 will result.