Jump-Starting - Gehl RT175 Operator's Manual

WARNING
Always apply the lift arm support if leaving the
machine with the lift arm in the raised position
See "Lift Arm Support" on page 81.
If you must park on a slope or an incline, park
across the slope and block the machine to
prevent movement.
WARNING
If parking on a street, use barriers, caution
signs, lights, etc. to increase the visibility of the
machine and prevent collisions. This is
especially important at night, during bad
weather and in high-traffic areas.
After performing the "Mandatory Safety Shutdown
Procedure" on page 16, perform the following tasks
and checks:
• Check for coolant, fuel and/or oil leaks. Inspect
all hoses, working components, covers and chas-
sis for damage or advanced wear. Repair or
replace damaged, leaking, worn or otherwise
compromised components before starting the
machine again.
• Fill the fuel tank. See "Fluids/Lubricants Types
and Capacities" on page 31.
• Remove any dirt and/or debris from the engine
compartment.
• Remove any mud from the chassis. Clean any
dirt or water from the cylinder rod surfaces to
prevent corrosion and protect the cylinder seals.
• If parking the machine for an extended period,
lock the cab door, the storage compartment, the
battery and hydraulic filler compartments and the
engine compartment. Take the keys with you.
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Jump-Starting

Do not jump-start a frozen battery, or it may
explode. A discharged battery can freeze at 14°F
(10°C).
IMPORTANT:
The external power source must
deliver 12 volts. Supply voltages higher than 12V
can damage the electrical systems of both
machines. Only use authorized jumper cables that
are in good condition.
The booster battery must have a nominal voltage of
12-volts. The capacity (Ah, or Amp-hour rating) of
the current-supplying battery must be approximately
equal to that of the discharged battery. Factory-
installed batteries are approximately 70 Ah capacity.
To minimised the risk of a short circuit, keep
metal parts on your clothing and metal
watchbands away from the positive (+) pole of
the battery.
1. Turn the ignition switches of both machines to
OFF. Be sure the machines are not touching each
other. If the machine with the booster battery has
a drive transmission, place the transmission into
neutral and apply the parking brake.
2. Using the accessory key (supplied with the
ignition key), unlock (H, Fig 42) and open the
battery compartment located at the rear left
corner of the machine. Open the battery
compartment cover and prop the cover open
using pin (D).
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