15. SERVICE THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Lx410/450/490 Operator's Manual
15. SERVICE THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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Service the Battery Safely
Avoid injury:
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Read "Chapter 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS".
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Read the DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION
statements on the safety alert decals on the
tractor.
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To prevent poisoning from engine exhaust
fumes, always operate the engine in a well
ventilated area.
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Always remain seated on the operator seat.
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Avoid bystander/s near the tractor.
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Before starting the engine, always move the
following levers to the N (neutral) position:
• primary gear lever
• range gear lever
• forward/N/reverse lever
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Push down Power Take Off (PTO) switch to
OFF position.
1. Battery
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The battery posts, terminals and associated
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds that are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and reproductive
harm.
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After handling the battery, wash the hands
thoroughly.
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! WARNING
Avoid injury:
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The battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid
that is poisonous and can cause serious
burns.
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Wear protective goggles and gloves.
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Avoid getting the skin in contact with the
battery electrolyte.
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If the battery electrolyte comes into contact
with the skin:
• immediately flush with plenty of water
• seek medical attention as necessary
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If electrolyte is accidentally swallowed,
immediately seek medical attention.
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If the electrolyte gets in the eyes:
• immediately flush with running water for 15-
30 minutes
• seek medical attention
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Battery can emit flammable/explosive
gasses.
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Use extreme caution when handling batteries.
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Keep cigarette and other flames far away
from the battery.
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Avoid placing any metal piece across the
battery posts.
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Disconnect the negative (
–
) battery terminal
first during removal of batteries.
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Connect the positive (+) battery terminal first
during installation of batteries.
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