ACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
WARNING: If the tractor has been recently operated, engine surfaces (including the radiator) will be HOT. Allow the engine to cool before open- ing the hood, or use extreme caution to avoid burns when the hood is open.
To raise the hood, locate the latch release lever in the hood notch at the front of the tractor. Lift and hold the latch release lever while lifting the hood at the hood notch. See Figure 31.
HOOD
NOTCH
Lift Hood
LATCH
RELEASELift Lever
LEVER
Figure 31
To remove the two side panels:
•Flip the tabs of the two quick release fasteners up and turn to align with the slots in the side panel. See Figure 32.
•Slip the top of the side panel over and off the quick fastener tabs.
•Lift the side panel straight upward and off of the retainer pins.
To reinstall the side panels:
•Align the two holes in the bottom of the side panel with the retainer pins and slide the panel onto the pins. See Figure 32
•Align the tabs of the quick release fasteners with the slots of the side panel and slip the panel over the tabs.
•Pull the quick fastener tabs slightly outward and rotate 1/4 turn (perpendicular to slot) to lock the side panels in place. Flip the fastener tabs down.
QUICK FASTENER
Lift
Flip up
Turn
QUICK
FASTENER
SIDE
PANEL
RETAINER 
PINS 
Figure 32
Close the hood by pushing downward until captured by the hood latch.
GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION
WARNING:
•Battery posts, terminals and related accesso- ries contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.
•Battery acid must be handled with great care, as contact with it can burn and blister the skin. It is advisable to wear protective clothing (goggles, rubber gloves and apron) when working with acid.
•Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or onto the skin, rinse the affected area immediately with clean cold water. If there is any further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention.
•If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean water, then neutralize with a solution of ammonia/water or baking soda/water.
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