Section 7: Service - Cub Cadet SERIES 3000 TRACTOR GT 3200 Operator's Manual

SECTION 7: SERVICE

General Battery Information
WARNING
• Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds.
handling.
• Should battery acid accidentally
splatter into the eyes or onto the
skin, rinse
immediately with clean cold water. If
there is any further discomfort, seek
prompt medical attention.
• If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it
with clean water, then neutralize
with a solution of ammonia/water or
baking soda/water.
• NEVER connect (or disconnect)
battery charger clips to the battery
while the charger is turned on, as it
can cause sparks.
• Keep all sources of ignition (ciga-
rettes, matches, lighters) away from
the battery. The hydrogen gas gen-
erated during charging can be
combustible.
• As a further precaution, only charge
the battery in a well ventilated area.
• Always shield eyes and protect skin
and clothing when working near
batteries.
WARNING: Batteries contain
sulfuric acid and may emit
explosive gases. Use extreme
caution when handling bat-
teries. Keep batteries out of
the reach of children.
Battery Removal
WARNING: Battery
terminals and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead
compounds.
after handling.
Wash hands
the affected
posts,
Wash hands
The battery is located under the dash
panel in the frame pedestal.
To remove the battery:
• Open the tractor hood by lifting it at
the notches in the side panels.
• Remove the upper bulkhead baffle
after
from the front of the dash panel by
lifting upward on the baffle locking tab
on each side.
• Pull the upper end of the rubber
area
battery strap rearward to unhook it
from the tab on the pedestal.
• Loosen the negative battery cable
clamp, disconnect the negative cable,
and move the cable away from the
battery. Disconnect the positive lead
from the battery in the same manner.
• Carefully lift the battery up and out
of the tractor.
Install the battery by repeating the
above steps in the reverse order.
IMPORTANT: Always connect the
positive lead to the battery before
connecting the negative lead.
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.
• Charge the battery with a 12-volt
battery charger at a MAXIMUM rate
of 10 amps.
Voltmeter
Reading
12.7
12.4
12.2
12.0
25
State of Charging
Charge Time
100% Full Charge
75% 90 Min.
50% 180 Min.
25% 280 Min.