Operator's Manual

Maintenance

Battery

Service Interval/Specification

Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 25

hours. 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 four parts water and one part baking

soda. Apply a light coating of grease to the battery

terminals to prevent corrosion.

Battery size: 12 v, 380 Cold Cranking Amps

Checking the Electrolyte Level

1. Park the machine on a level surface. Disengage

the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake,

lower the attachment lift, and turn the ignition

key to “STOP” to stop the engine. Remove the

key.

2. Remove the tractor’s front grill by raising the

hood and unscrewing the two screws and

washers securing it in place (Fig. 51). Close the

hood and remove the grill by pulling it out

toward you.

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Figure 51

1. Grill

screw (1 of 2)

3. Remove the battery shield.

4. Open the cell covers to see into the cells. The

electrolyte must be up to the lower part of the

tube (Fig. 52). Do not allow the electrolyte to get

below the plates.

5. If the electrolyte is low, add the required amount

of distilled water; refer to Adding Water to the

Battery.

6. If the fluid level is correct, press the cell covers

onto the battery and replace the battery shield.

IMPORTANT: Keep the battery shield in

place to protect the battery from heat.

7. Replace the front grill of the tractor, securing it

with the two previously removed screws and

washers (Fig. 51).

Figure 52

1. Lower

part of the battery

cell tube