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MAINTENANCE
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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Cleaning Batteries
When cleaning the outside of the batteries and terminals, do
not use a water hose without first spraying the batteries with a
solution of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and water to
neutralize any acid deposits. Use of a water hose without first
neutralizing the acid will move the acid from the top of the bat-
teries to another area of the vehicle or storage facility, where it
will attack the metal structure or the concrete/asphalt floor.
After hosing down the batteries, a residue will be left on the
batteries, which is conductive and will contribute to the dis-
charge of the batteries.
.
To prevent battery damage, be sure that all battery caps are tightly installed.
There is one battery under the cowl; the remaining batteries are located under the seat. The single battery under the cowl
is equipped with a battery fill system tube that is located in the passenger side glove box. To access the battery for clean-
ing, remove the rivets from the access cover in the cowl and lift the cover. The batteries under the seat can be accessed
by raising and removing the seat bottom and battery cover.
Clean batteries:
1.
Use a plastic spray bottle to spray the top and sides of the batteries with a solution of baking soda and water. The
solution should consist of 2 teaspoons (10 ml) sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) dissolved in 1 quart (1 liter) of
water.
2.
In addition to the batteries, pay special attention to metallic components adjacent to the batteries. Spray these with
the baking soda solution also.
3.
Allow the solution to set for at least three minutes; then use a soft bristle brush or cloth to wipe the tops of the batter-
ies to remove any residue that could cause the batteries to self-discharge.
4.
Rinse the entire area with low pressure clear water.
To prevent battery explosion that could result in severe personal injury or death, use extreme care
with aerosol containers of battery terminal protectant. Insulate the metal container to prevent the
metal can from contacting battery terminals.
5.
After batteries are clean and dry, coat terminals with a commercially available protectant. See previous WARNING.
Cleaning should take place once a month or more often under extreme conditions.
1 quart
(1 liter)
Clear Water
Plastic
Spray
Bottle
2 Teaspoons
(10 ml)
Sodium
Bicarbonate
(Baking Soda)
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