The battery is located under the operator'sseat. To service or replace the battery remove the seat. Remove the wing nut located under the center backrest of the seat. Lift the back of the seat and pull back to remove seat from front slot of seat mounting bracket.
When reinstalling operator's seat reverse the above procedu reo
A | CAUTION! If the tractor is to be tipped |
| up or on its side remove the batteries to |
avoid spilling the electrolyte. Battery electrolyte is poisonous and can be injurious to eyes, skin, and clothing. If electrolyte is spilled, flush immediately with a solution of one part baking soda to four parts water.
BATTERY
Liquid Level
For long battery life and
The electrolyte (acid and water) in each cell should be at the proper level at all times to prevent battery failure. When the electrolyte is below this level, pure, distilled water should be added.
A CAUTION! Acid or electrolyte should never be added except by a skilled battery man. Under no circumstances
add any special battery "dopes", solutions, or powders.
Occasionally remove the battery cables and brighten the terminal contact surfaces with wire wool, and reassemble. Apply a light coat of vaseline or chassis lubricant. Be sure terminals are clamped tightly, the rubber cover is slid over the positive terminal, and that battery is fastened securely in the battery box. Replace defective cable, and keep vent holes in battery filler caps open.
The output of the built in charging circuit in the engine rises from 2 amperes at 2400 RPM to 3 amperes at 3600 RPM and uses less than .2
horsepower.
Connecting Booster Batteries
When required, a booster
NOTE: All circuits must be turned "off", Elec- trical System is Negative
ACAUT ION! Electrical storage batteries
give off highly inflammable hydrogen gas
when charging and continue to do so for some time after receiving a steady charge. Do not under any circumstances allow an electric spark or an open flame near the battery. Do not lay tools across battery terminals as this may result in a spark or short circuit which may cause an ex- plosion. Be careful to avoid spilling any electrolyte on hands or clothing.
For dependable battery service, see your International Harvester dealer.
SPARK PLUG
NOTE: Remove all dirt from base of spark plug before removing.