BATTERY

Auxiliary Battery Connections

Engine can start with transmission in gear when neutral or safety start switch is by-passed:

1. Do not connect across terminals on starter.

2. Attach a booster battery by connecting the positive terminal of the booster battery to the "positive terminal" provided or to the positive terminal of the machine battery. Connect the negative terminal of the booster battery to the chassis of the machine. Then use recommended starting procedures from operators seat.

3. When necessary repair electrical system components promptly so that "jump starting" will not be attempted.

Machine run-away can cause injury or death to operator and bystanders.

When connecting an auxiliary battery or charger to the tractor battery, make sure you connect positive-to-positive and negative on the auxiliary battery to the tractor side rail as a ground. Do not connect auxiliary battery cables across the terminals of the starter. Start the engine from the operator's seat.

IMPORTANT: This is the only safe method to start the tractor engine with an external power supply. Any other method of starting can cause injury or death to the operator or other persons.

NEGATIVE(-) TERMINAL

POSITIVE(+) TERMINAL

Connect the positive (+) cable clamp of the auxiliary battery to the positive cable terminal of the tractor battery.

Connect the negative (-) cable clamp of the auxiliary battery to the tractor side rail as a ground.

IMPORTANT: Always connect the negative cable last and disconnect the negative cable first to avoid a spark at the battery. A spark can cause a battery explosion and cause injury.

Battery Cables and Terminals

The battery Terminals must be kept clean and tight. A good method to clean terminals is to use Battery Saver. If Saver is not available, remove all corrosion with a wire brush, then wash with a weak solution of baking soda or ammonia. Put some petroleum jelly or light grease on terminals to prevent corrosion.

Removal and Installation of Battery

To remove the battery, disconnects the battery cables and remove the battery bracket. When the battery is installed, make sure the cables are installed on the correct terminals. This is a 12-volt, negative ground electrical system and must be so connected.

NOTE: When removing the battery, disconnect the negative cable from the battery first and when install the batter, reconnect negative cable last for safety reasons.

IMPORTANT: Do not start or operate the engine with the electrical system not completely connected.

When Charging the Battery

IMPORTANT: Battery can explode during boosting or charging. Always wear proper eye protection, such as a safety goggles.

If the electric circuit inside the battery is broken, charging can generate a spark inside the battery, which can cause it to explode. If the battery is discharged, and the reason for discharge is unknown and if the lamps or horn do not indicate some battery voltage, check the battery with a volt meter for an open circuit using following procedure.

1. Disconnect the negative (-) cable.

2. Connect the voltmeter across battery terminals.

3. If there is no voltage present, an open internal circuit is indicated. Replace the battery.

4. If voltage is present, the battery is OK to charge the battery with a current of 4 amperes for 5 to 10 hours. To charge the battery quickly for urgent need, use a current of 25 amperes for 30 minutes or less. A current larger than specified will cause liquid overflow due to foaming.

5. The specific gravity of electrolyte of a fully charged battery is 1.280 at 20 C (68 F).

NOTE:

1. If using a battery charger, be certain the charger is turned off before connecting to the battery.

2. Charge the battery in a well ventilated area.

3. Do not attempt to charge a frozen battery.

When working around storage batteries, remember that all of the exposed metal parts are "live". Never lay a metal object across the terminals because a spark or short circuit may result.

When Battery is Not in Use

When the tractor is not in use, the battery will need a charge every three mouths to keep the specific gravity at or above 1.240. A storage battery not in use will slowly discharge. A battery that has discharged can freeze at low ambient temperature and cause damage to the battery and tractor.