Kubota L3540 Workshop Manual page 53

L3540, L4240, L5040, L5240, L5740, WSM
Checking Battery Condition (Continued)
Battery Charging
CAUTION
• When the battery is being activated, hydrogen and oxygen
gases in the battery are extremely explosive. Keep open
sparks and flames away from the battery at all times,
especially when charging the battery.
• When charging battery, remove battery vent plugs.
• When disconnecting the cable from the battery, start with
the negative terminal first.
When connecting the cable to the battery, start with the
positive terminal first.
• Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across
the posts.
Use a voltmeter or hydrometer.
1. To slow charge the battery, connect the battery positive terminal
to the charger positive terminal and the negative to the negative,
then recharge in the standard fashion.
2. A boost charge is only for emergencies. It will partially charge the
battery at a high rate and in a short time.
When using a boost-charged battery, it is necessary to recharge
the battery as early as possible.
Failure to do this will shorten the battery's service life.
3. The battery is charged if the indicator display turns green from
black.
4. When exchanging an old battery into new one, use battery of
equal specification shown in table 1.
Table 1
Tractor Battery Volt
model Type (V)
L3540
L4240
L5040 80D26R 12
L5240
L5740
Direction for Storage
1. When storing the tractor for long periods of time, remove the
battery from tractor, adjust the electrolyte to the proper level and
store in a dry place out of direct sunlight.
2. The battery self-discharges while it is stored.
Recharge it once every three months in hot seasons and once
every six months in cold seasons.
(1) Battery
G-31
Capacity Reserve Cold
at 5 H.R. Capacity Cranking
(A.H.) (min.) Amps
55 133 582
KiSC issued 04, 2010 A
G GENERAL
Normal
Charging
Rate (A)
6.5
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