Battery Service; Battery - Check - Kubota K008-5 Operating Instructions Manual

Maintenance

Battery service

The battery can become damaged or may explode if the following instructions are not observed. Reg-
ular maintenance can extend the life cycle of the battery considerably.
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- Never charge or use the battery when the battery electrolyte level is below the minimum mark.
- Check the battery regularly.
When servicing a battery, always wear suitable protective gloves and eye protection.
Regular maintenance can extend the life cycle of the battery considerably.

Battery - check

Open the engine hood (page 112).
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Check the battery (1) for tightness, tighten with nuts (3 and 4),
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if necessary.
Check the battery terminal (2 and 5) for cleanliness, cleaning it
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if necessary and covering it with petroleum jelly.
Be careful when cleaning the positive terminal (2) -
risk of short circuit! Do not use metal tools.
The battery charge must be checked on the charge indicator (6)
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according to the operating instructions of the battery manufac-
turer.
How to read the indicator
Green
Black
White
Do not open maintenance-free batteries!
Close the engine hood and secure it with a padlock.
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State of indicator display
Specific gravity of electrolyte and quality of electrolyte are both in good condi-
tion.
Needs charging battery.
Needs replacing battery.
6
4
5
3
2
1
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