Service - Cub Cadet RZT42 Operator's Manual

Service

Battery Removal
WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash
hands after handling.
The battery is located on the right/rear of the tractor beneath the
seat box frame. To remove the battery:
1. Remove the two hex tapping screws from the battery hold-
down bracket and remove the bracket. Use care to avoid
losing the trim strip from the bottom of the bracket. See
Figure 7-1.
Battery Hold Down Bracket
Figure 7-1
2. Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the black
negative battery lead to the negative battery post (marked
NEG). Move the cable away from the negative battery post.
3. Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the red
positive battery lead to the positive battery post (marked
POS).
4. Carefully lift the battery out of the tractor.
5. Install the battery by repeating the above steps in the
reverse order.
WARNING!
Always connect the positive lead to the
battery before connecting the negative lead. This
will prevent sparking or possible injury from an
electrical short caused by contacting the tractor
body with tools being used to connect the cables.
Hex Tap Screw
Trim Strip
Charging the Battery
Test and, if necessary, recharge the battery after the tractor has
been stored for a period of time.
• A voltmeter or load tester should read 12.6 volts (DC) or
higher across the battery terminals. See Figure 7-2.
Voltmeter State of
Reading Charge
12.7 100%
12.4
12.2
12.0
Figure 7-2
• Charge the battery with a 12-volt battery charger at a
MAXIMUM rate of 10 amps.
Servicing Electrical System
A fuse is installed to protect the tractor's electrical system from
damage caused by excessive amperage. Always use the same
capacity fuse for replacement. If the electrical system does not
function, check for a blown fuse. See Figure 7-3.
Good
Figure 7-3
If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, have the
tractor's electrical system checked by your Service Dealer.
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Charging
Time
Full Charge
75% 90 Min.
50% 180 Min.
25% 280 Min.
Bad
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