Cub Cadet SLTX1000 Series - Manual (Page 188)

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Batteries
A fully charged battery that is in good condition is an important factor when trying to diagnose other parts of an
electrical system:
• Some charging systems do not work if the system voltage falls below 6V. It takes a certain amount of volt-
age to excite the fields in the alternator.
• Some solid-state components will not work if the system voltage falls below a given threshold.
• Some solid-state components can be damaged by the jump starting that accompanies operation with a
dead battery.
• Many electric PTO clutches will fail to work dependably if battery needs to be replaced. Even though the
charging system produces enough output to drive the clutch, it is over taxed driving the clutch and forcing
a charge into a damaged battery.
• Continued operation with a weak battery over taxes the charging system.
Charging the battery
NOTE: It is best to remove batteries from equipment for charging to minimize corrosion from out-gassing dur-
ing charging.
1. Batteries on most modern outdoor power equipment are 12 volts so set the charger to 12 volts.
2. Set the charge rate to 2 amps.
3. Charge the battery until it is fully charged. Most battery chargers have an amp gauge to show the charging
rate. When the gauge is at zero, stop charging the battery.
! CAUTION ! CAUTION
Batteries produce flammable and explosive gases, particularly during charging.
• Do not smoke or allow an open flame or heat source near the battery.
• Charge batteries in an open area
• Wear eye protection and acid resistant gloves when handling batteries.
• Do not allow direct metal contact across the posts. This will produce extreme heat that may cause
direct burns or ignite flammable gas.
California Proposition 65 warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. These chemicals are known in the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling
NOTE: The batteries used in current Cub Cadet equipment are sealed. It is not possible to check, test or
add fluid.
Batteries contain electrolyte, which is highly corrosive. If a battery is ruptured, neutralize the electrolyte
with baking soda, then carefully rinse the effected area with water.
When disconnecting or removing the battery, disconnect the ground cable first. When recon-
necting or installing a battery, connect the ground cable last. These steps will minimize the
chance of shorting-out the battery posts with a tool.
! CAUTION ! CAUTION
Never charge an outdoor power equipment battery at a rate higher than 2 amps. Damage to
the battery will result.
Never attempt to charge or jump a frozen battery.
! CAUTION ! CAUTION