Service

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Warning! Before performing any service, place the PTO switch in the “OFF” position, engage the parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position and remove the key from the switch.

Battery Removal

Warning! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.

The battery is located beneath the seat box frame. To remove the battery:

1.Push down and back on the battery hold-down bracket as shown in Fig. 7-1 to free it from the seat mount frame.

Figure 7-1

2.Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the black negative battery lead to the negative battery post (marked

NEG). Move the cable away from the negative battery post.

3.Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the red positive battery lead to the positive battery post (marked

POS).

4.Carefully lift the battery out of the tractor.

5.Install the battery by repeating the above steps in the reverse order.

Warning! Always connect the positive lead to the battery before connecting the negative lead. This will prevent sparking or possible injury from an electrical short caused by contacting the tractor body with tools being used to connect the cables.

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 Fig. 7-2.

Voltmeter

State of

Charging

Reading

Charge

Time

 

 

 

12.7

100%

Full Charge

12.4

75%

90 Min.

 

 

 

12.2

50%

180 Min.

12.0

25%

280 Min.

 

 

 

Figure 7-2

•Charge the battery with a 12-volt battery charger at a MAXIMUM rate of 10 amps.

Servicing Electrical System

A fuse is installed to protect the tractor’s electrical system from damage caused by excessive amperage. Always use the same capacity fuse for replacement. If the electrical system does not function, check for a blown fuse.

If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, have the tractor’s electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer.

Relays and Switches

There are several safety switches in the electrical system. If a function of the safety interlock system described earlier is not functioning properly, have the electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer.

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