Service
Battery
Common Causes For Battery Failure
1.Overcharging
2.Undercharging
3.Loose and/or corroded connections
4.Excessive loads
5.Freezing of electrolyte
*These causes do not constitute warranty in the event of a battery failure.
Battery Removal or Installation
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash Hands after handling.
When removing the battery, disconnect the battery cables in the following order to avoid arcing and the resulting sparks:
Battery Removal
1.Disconnect the Negative cable.
2.Disconnect the Positive cable.
When installing the battery, connect the battery cables in the following order:
Battery Installation
1.Connect the Positive cable.
2.Connect the Negative cable.
To replace the battery, proceed as follows:
1.Remove the negative cable from the negative terminal of the battery, then remove positive cable from the positive terminal.
2.Remove the hex screw securing the LH side of the hold down rod to the battery tray. See Figure
Hold Down Rod
Rotate 
Upward 
Hex
Screw 
Battery Tray 
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3.Note which battery tray hole the RH side of the
4.Rotate the
5.Lift the battery out off the battery tray and remove from the tractor.
6.Position the new battery and lower into the battery tray.
7.Hook the
8.Align the LH side of the
9.Connect the positive cable to the positive terminal of the battery, then connect the negative cable to the negative terminal.
Charging The Battery
Test and, if necessary, recharge the battery after the tractor has been stored for a period of time.
•A voltmeter or load tester should read 12.6 volts (DC) or higher across the battery terminals. See Figure
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12.7 | 100% | Full Charge | |
12.4 | 75% | 90 Min. | |
12.2 | 50% | 180 Min. | |
12.0 | 25% | 280 Min. | |
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•Charge the battery with a
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