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7.1 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Detailed information on standard workshop and safety
procedures and general installation practices is not in-
cluded here. ODG assumes no responsibility or liabil-
ity for PERSONAL INJURY or VEHICLE DAMAGE
which results from any procedure performed, including
those procedures outlined here. Before performing any
procedure, an individual must have determined to his/
her satisfaction that personal injury or vehicle damage
will not result from the procedure, working environment
or tools selected.
7.1.1 General
To prevent damage to the electrical system:
•
Never weld on the vehicle without first disconnecting both
positive and negative battery cables. Make sure the part
you are welding is properly grounded.
•
Connect battery booster cables properly, positive to posi-
tive and negative to negative. Connect negative cable last,
disconnect first.
•
Connect switch terminals properly, especially the ground
wire.
7.1.2 Battery- ARGO Part No. 127-54
- Exide Part No. 45-50
Battery fluid contains sulphuric acid. If battery fluid
comes in contact with skin or eyes, flush thoroughly with
water. If swallowed, call physician or poison control
centre immediately. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
Serious personal injury can occur. Always wear rubber
gloves and safety glasses when servicing the battery.
Batteries can explode and cause serious personal in-
jury if exposed to flame or sparks. Never smoke while
servicing the battery.
All models are equipped with a 12 volt, wet cell type battery.
The battery is located in the engine compartment, on the right
side in front of the driver's position.
Checking Fluid Level
Check the fluid level every 50 hours of operation. Remove
the pod vents and make sure each cell is filled to the fluid
level as shown in Figure 7-1. If the fluid has dropped below
the fill well, add distilled water until the cell is filled to cor-
rect level. DO NOT OVERFILL.
SECTION 7
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Figure 7-1. Battery fluid level
Charging the Battery
If the battery loses its electrical charge, remove the battery
from the ARGO and recharge it with a 12 volt battery charger
at the rate of 10-12 amps maximum. The battery should re-
main on charge until the specific gravity reaches 1.265 on a
hydrometer. Re-install the battery in the vehicle and try to
start the engine. If the battery fails to perform properly, have
it tested by a battery service dealer. Replace a defective bat-
tery with ARGO Part No. 127-54/Exide Part No. 45-50.
Ventilate area when charging. Keep away from spark,
heat, cigarettes or open flame.
Cleaning the Battery Terminals and Cable Connections
Clean the battery terminals and cable connections every 100
hours. Remove the black NEGATIVE (-) cables first. Make
sure you reconnect the NEGATIVE (-) cables to the NEGA-
TIVE (-) post and the red POSITIVE (+) cables to the POSI-
TIVE (+) posts. Damage to the electrical system will occur if
the cables are reversed.
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