Installing Battery; Disconnecting Battery - MacDon M2170 Operator's Manual

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4. Loosen bolt (A) until securing strap (B) can be removed.

5. Lift the batteries off the support.

Installing Battery

Follow the instructions in this section to properly install the batteries.

Table 5.5 Battery Specifications

Heavy duty, off-road,

vibration resistant

1. Position the new batteries on the battery support.

Ensure that positive terminal is positioned on the right side

of the battery when facing them.

2. Install strap (B) and secure it with bolt (A).

3. Connect the battery cables. For instructions, refer to

Connecting Batteries, page

4. Close the battery cover. For instructions, refer to

Battery Cover, page

There may come a time where you need to disconnect the windrower's batteries, whether to prevent damage, perform

maintenance, or replace them altogether.

To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the

key from the ignition before leaving the operator's seat for any reason.

1. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.

2. Open the battery cover. For instructions, refer to

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

Opening Battery Cover, page

Figure 5.165: Battery Location

Figure 5.166: Battery Location

Maximum Dimension

334 x 188 x 232 mm

(13 x 7.4 x 9.13 in.)