Operator's Manual

m–3883

Figure 2

1. Speed selector lever

Activating the Battery

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.

Warning

The factory ships the traction unit with a dry battery.

Purchase bulk electrolyte with 1.260 specific gravity from

a local battery supply outlet.

1. Remove the wing nut and bolt securing the battery

clamp and strip (under the clamp) and remove the

clamp and strip (Fig. 3).

m–3953

Figure 3

1. Battery

2. Battery clamp

3. Positive cable

4. Rubber cover

5. Negative cable

2. Gently push the hydraulic hoses aside and lift the

battery out of the chassis.

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.

3. Remove filler caps from the battery.

4. Slowly pour electrolyte into each cell until the

electrolyte level is up to the lower part of the tube

(Fig. 4).