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13
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION
When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE
(Red) wire to terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE
(Black) wire.
NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The
negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (–).
CONNECTING THE BATTERY CABLES
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 cables.
For shipping reasons the factory may leave both battery cables
disconnected from the terminals. To connect the battery cables,
proceed as follows:
NOTE: Wiring harness should lay on top of battery hold down
rod, otherwise damage to the wiring harness may result. See
Figure 22 on page 14.
1. Remove the factory installed hex screws (a) and square
nuts (b) located either on the end of the wiring harness or
in the bag with this manual. Retain the hardware for later
instructions. See Figure 21.
2. Remove the plastic cover (c), if present, from the positive
battery terminal (d) and attach the red cable (e) to the
positive battery terminal (d) with one of the hex screws (a)
and square nuts (b), from Step 1. Use a Philips screw driver.
See Figure 21.
3. Remove the plastic cover (c), if present, from the negative
battery terminal (f) and attach the black cable (g) to the
negative battery terminal (f) with the remaining hex screw
(a) and square nut (b). See Figure 21.
4. Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery
terminal to help protect it from corrosion. See inset in
Figure 21.
NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown
on top/side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in the
Charging the Battery section prior to operating the tractor.
(c)
(c)
(a)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(b)
(a)
(g)
(b)
Figure 21
BATTERY MAINTENANCE
• Some batteries are filled with battery acid and then sealed
at the factory. However, even a “maintenance free” battery
requires some maintenance to ensure its proper life cycle.
• Spray the terminals and exposed wire with a battery
terminal sealer, or coat the terminals with a thin coat of
grease or petroleum jelly, to protect against corrosion.
• Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and
free of corrosion.
• Some models are equipped with a battery containing a
liquid electrolyte. Handle the battery with care and avoid
tipping to prevent leakage.
BATTERY STORAGE
• When storing the tractor for extended periods, disconnect
the negative battery cable. It is not necessary to remove
the battery.
• All batteries discharge during storage. Keep the exterior
of the battery clean, especially the top. A dirty battery will
discharge more rapidly.
• The battery must be stored with a full charge. A discharged
battery can freeze sooner than a charged battery. A fully
charged battery will store longer in cold temperatures
than hot.
• Recharge the battery before returning to service. Although
the tractor may start, the engine charging system may not
fully recharge the battery.
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