ELECTRICALSYSTEM

Index to reference numbers shown in Illust. 18.

Ref.

No.

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Description

Key ignition switch.

Cable -ignition coil positive (+) terminal to key ignition switch "IGN" terminal -

black.

Cable -magnetic switch to key ignition

switch "BAT" terminal -light green. Safety starting switch.

Cable -safety starting switch to key ignition switch "ST" terminal -

orange.

Cable -safety starting switch to magnetic switch -orange w/black

tracer.

Magnetic switch.

Cable -generator "A" terminal to magnetic switch -red.

Cable -regulator "BAT" terminal to magnetic switch -gray.

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Ref.

No.

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

 

 

 

Description

 

 

 

Voltage

regulator.

 

 

 

Cable

-regulator

"GENtl

terminal

to

generator

"All

terminal

-light

blue.

Cable

-regulator

tIF" terminal

to

 

generator

t'F"

terminal

-yellow.

 

 

Cable

-voltage

regulator

lower

 

 

mounting

bolt to battery ground -

 

pink.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cable

harness.

 

 

 

 

Motor

-generator.

 

 

 

 

Battery.

Cable -battery positive (+) terminal to magnetic switch.

"';able -battery negative (-) terminal to

ground.

Battery terminal cover. ignition coil.Ivondenser.

STORAGEBATTERY

Battery and Cable$

Before working on any part of the electri- cal system, disconnect the battery ground

cable at the battery negative (-) terminal. See Illust. 17. Do not reconnect this cable until all

work has been completed. This will prevent shorting and damage to any of the electrical

units. Examine the electrical cables occasion- ally to be sure they are not being frayed by contact with adjacent parts.

When replacing a battery, make certain the ground cable is connected to the negative (-) terminal on the battery. Be sure the rubber boot is properly positioned over the positive

(+)terminal on the battery. Note: Both cables must be assembled with the nuts to the inside

of the terminals to prevent shorting against the pedestal.

Cleaning and Servicing the Battery

Occasionally remove the battery cables and brighten the terminal contact surfaces with wire wool, and reassemble them. Apply a

light coat of vaseline or chassis lubricant. Be

sure the terminals are clamped tightly and

that the battery is fastened securely in the bat-

tery box. Replace unserviceable cable. Keep the vent holes in the battery filler caps open.

Keeping the battery fully charged not only

adds to its life but makes it available for instant use when needed.

Liquid Level

Check the battery at least once a month for water level.

The electrolyte (acid and water) in each cell should be at ring level at all times to pre-

vent battery failure. When the electrolyte is

below this level, add pure, distilled water.

Acid or electrolyte should never be added

except by a skilled battery man. Under no

circumstances add any special battery !'dopes; 11 solutions or powders.

Caution! Electric storage batteries give off

highly inflammable hydrogen gas when charg-

ing and continue to do so for some time after

receiving a steady charge.

Caution! 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 explosion.

Be careful to avoid spilling any electrolyte on hands or clothing.

For dependable battery service, see your

International Harvester dealer.

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Cub Cadet 71 manual Storagebattery

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