Battery; Maintenance Of The Battery - Zetor Proxima 70 2012 Operator's Manual

BATTERY

The battery (1) is installed on the left
side, under the cabin.
The battery disconnector (2) in installed
on the left side at the batter.
a - Battery connected
b - Battery disconnected
In case that the tractor is put out
of operation for a longer period, it
is recommended to disconnect
the battery using the battery dis-
connector. It is necessary to
charge the battery at least each
three months due to its self-
discharging.
ELECTRIC INSTALLATION
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MAINTENANCE OF THE BATTERY

Keep the battery clean and fixed safely to the vehicle. However, the fixing device may
not deform the battery case. In case of polypropylene batteries electrolyte level shall
not be under the minimum level mark as seen on the case.
Refill the battery with distilled water only!
1. Read carefully the instructions delivered with the battery before you handle with it!
2. Protect your eyes with goggles or face shield when handling with the battery!
3. Electrolyte is strong caustic, therefore handle with it carefully! Wash skin,
stained with electrolyte, with water and neutralise with soap, as well as stained
clothes. Keep out of reach of children!
4. Charging generates hydrogen on the electrodes that is explosive if mixed with
air. It is forbidden to handle with open flame close to the battery being charged!
5. Explosion may also be caused by a spark when disconnecting the battery or a
by released terminal when the charging circuit is under voltage!
6. Disposed battery is dangerous waste; when purchasing a new battery, deliver
the old one to the dealer for free disposal.
7. Insufficiently charged battery may freeze in winter
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