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3. Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable from the

battery post (Fig. 31).

Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the
tractor and cables causing sparks. Sparks can
cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in
personal injury.

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Always disconnect the negative (black) battery
cable before disconnecting the positive (red)
cable.

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Always connect the positive (red) battery cable
before connecting the negative (black) cable.

Warning

4. Slide the rubber cover up the positive (red) cable.

Disconnect the positive (red) cable from the battery post
(Fig. 31).

5. Remove the battery hold-down (Fig. 31) and lift the

battery from the battery tray.

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Figure 31

1.

Battery

2.

Terminal boot

3.

Positive battery cable

4.

Negative battery cable

5.

Battery hold-down

6.

Bolt and washer

7.

Nut

Installing the Battery

1. Position the battery in the tray with the terminal posts

away from the control panel (Fig. 31).

2. Install the positive (red) battery cable to the positive (+)

battery terminal.

3. Install the negative battery cable to the negative (–)

battery terminal.

4. Secure the cables with 2 bolts (1/4 x 3/4 in.), washers

(1/4 in.), and nuts (1/4 in.) (Fig. 31).

5. Slide the red terminal boot onto the positive (red)

battery post.

6. Secure the battery with the hold-down (Fig. 31).

Checking the Electrolyte Level

Danger

Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a
deadly poison and causes severe burns.

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Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with
skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety glasses to
shield your eyes and rubber gloves to protect
your hands.

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Fill the battery where clean water is always
available for flushing the skin.

1. Tip the seat forward to see the battery.

2. Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte must be

up to the Upper line (Fig. 32). Do not allow the
electrolyte to fall below the Lower line (Fig. 32).

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Figure 32

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Vent caps

2.

Upper line

3.

Lower line

3. If the electrolyte is low, add the required amount of

distilled water; refer to Adding Water to the Battery,
page 26.

Adding Water to the Battery

The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just
before you operate the machine. This lets the water mix
thoroughly with the electrolyte solution.

1. Remove the battery from the tractor; refer to Removing

the Battery, page 25.

Important

Never fill the battery with distilled water

while the battery installed in the tractor. Electrolyte could
be spilled on other parts and cause corrosion.

2. Clean the top of the battery with a paper towel.

3. Remove the vent caps from the battery (Fig. 32).