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WARNING
Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the
machine and cables causing sparks. Sparks can
cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in
personal injury.
• Always Disconnect the negative (black) battery
cable before disconnecting the positive (red)
cable.
• Always Reconnect the positive (red) battery
cable before reconnecting the negative (black)
cable.
1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Lift the black rubber cover on the negative cable.
Disconnect the negative battery cable from the
negative (-) battery terminal (Figure 37).
4. Slide the red terminal boot off the positive (red)
battery terminal. Then remove the positive (red)
battery cable (Figure 37).
5. Remove the battery hold down plate (Figure 37) and
remove the battery.
Installing the Battery
1. Place the batter onto the machine (Figure 37).
2. Secure the battery with the hold down plate, j-bolts,
and locknuts.
3. First, install the positive (red) battery cable to
positive (+) battery terminal with a nut, washer and
bolt (Figure 37). Slide the rubber cover over the post.
4. Then install the negative battery cable and ground
wire to the negative (-) battery terminal with a nut,
washer and bolt (Figure 37). Slide the rubber cover
over the post.
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1. J-bolt
2. Positive cable
3. Washer
4. Nut (5/16 inch)
5. Rubber cover (red)
6. Battery hold down
Checking the Battery Electrolyte Level
Service Interval: Every 25 hours
DANGER
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a
deadly poison and causes severe burns.
• Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with
skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety glasses to
shield your eyes and rubber gloves to protect
your hands.
• Fill the battery where clean water is always
available for flushing the skin.
1. Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte must
be up to the upper line (Figure 38). Do not allow the
electrolyte to fall below the Lower line (Figure 38).
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Figure 37
7. Wing nut
8. Negative cable
9. Rubber cover (black)
10. Bolt
11. Battery
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