Battery Or Battery Cable - Disconnect; Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace - Perkins 4006-23 Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Battery or Battery Cable -
Disconnect
The battery cables or the batteries should not be
removed with the battery cover in place. The bat-
tery cover should be removed before any servic-
ing is attempted.
Removing the battery cables or the batteries with
the cover in place may cause a battery explosion
resulting in personal injury.
1. Turn the start switch to the OFF position. Turn the
ignition switch (if equipped) to the OFF position
and remove the key and all electrical loads.
2. Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Ensure
that the cable cannot contact the terminal. When
four 12 volt batteries are involved, two negative
connection must be disconnected.
3. Remove the positive connection.
4. Clean all disconnected connection and battery
terminals.
5. Use a fine grade of sandpaper to clean the
terminals and the cable clamps. Clean the items
until the surfaces are bright or shiny. DO NOT
remove material excessively. Excessive removal
of material can cause the clamps to not fit
correctly. Coat the clamps and the terminals with a
suitable silicone lubricant or petroleum jelly.
6. Tape the cable connections in order to help
prevent accidental starting.
7. Proceed with necessary system repairs.
8. In order to connect the battery, connect the
positive connection before the negative connector.

Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace

(Fan Drive Belts for 4008-30
Only)
S/N: SD81–Up
Inspection
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1. Isolate the electrical supply to the engine.
2. Visible inspect fan guards for ware or damage.
Repair as necessary.
Illustration 33
Typical example
3. Remove the inspection guard (X) and inspection
guard (Y).
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Illustration 34
Typical example
Maintenance Section

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