Connecting Batteries - MacDon M1240 Unloading And Assembly Instructions

3.12 Connecting Batteries

1. Move latch (A) towards right cab-forward side of the
windrower.
2. Using a louver (B), lift the hood to open.
3. Lift up on the cab end of the cover (A) to disengage it
from the retaining tab (B), and swing cover away from
the frame.
IMPORTANT:
BATTERY IS NEGATIVE GROUNDED. Always
connect starter cable to the positive (+) terminal of
battery and battery ground cable to negative (–)
terminal of battery. Reversed polarity in battery
or alternator may result in permanent damage to
electrical system.
NOTE:
Before connecting the harness to the batteries,
ensure that positive terminal is positioned on the
right side of the battery when installed on the battery
support.
4. If installing a new battery, remove plastic caps from
battery posts.
5. Attach red positive (+) cable terminals to positive
posts (B) on batteries and tighten clamps. Reposition
plastic covers onto clamps.
6. Attach black negative (–) cable terminals to negative
posts (A) on batteries and tighten clamps. Reposition
plastic covers onto clamps.
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ASSEMBLING THE WINDROWER
Figure 3.38: Engine Compartment Hood
Figure 3.39: Battery Location
Figure 3.40: Batteries
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