
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
Form # 169017
172
Issue – June 2008
c. Attach one end of battery cable to positive
terminal (A) of booster battery and other end to
positive terminal (B) of windrower tractor
batteries.
d. Attach second cable to negative terminal (C) of
booster battery and then to a good ground (D)
on windrower tractor frame.
e. Turn ignition switch in cab as with normal start
up.
f. After engine starts, disconnect cable from
windrower tractor ground first, and then
disconnect the other cables.
g. Move platform back to closed position.
7.12.1.4 Adding Electrolyte
WARNING
•
Keep all smoking
materials, sparks and
flames away from
electrolyte container
and battery, as gas
given off by
electrolyte is
explosive.
•
Battery electrolyte causes severe burns.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Wear protective eyewear and heavy
gloves.
WARNING
If electrolyte is spilled or splashed on
clothing or on 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.
a. If battery is installed in tractor, shutdown the
engine and remove the key.
b. Move platform on right cab-forward side of
machine to rear to allow access to the battery.
c. Add electrolyte in accordance with the battery
manufacturer’s instructions.
d. Move platform back to
normal position. Ensure
lock engages.
B
D
C
A