Operator's Manual

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1. Lift point 2. Tie-down point
Assembly
Activating the Battery
Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
The traction unit is shipped with a dry battery. Purchase
bulk electrolyte with 1.260 specific gravity from a local
battery supply outlet.
1. Open the rear access cover; refer to Opening the Rear
Access Cover, page 21.
2. Remove the bolts, nuts, and clamp securing the battery
(Fig. 1).
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Figure 1
1. Battery
2. Clamp
3. Positive cable
4. Rubber cover
5. Negative cable
6. Bolts and nuts
3. Tilt the top of the battery rearward and slide it out of
the traction unit.
Important Do not allow the battery posts to touch the
frame or hydraulic lines or it may cause sparks.
Danger
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is
a deadly poison and causes severe burns.
• 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.
• Fill the battery where clean water is always
available for flushing the skin.