Compact Power Boxer 427W - Manual (Page 68)

6-7-06 - Fifth Proof
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Routine Service and Maintenance
5. Check battery signs of leakage or for corrosion on the battery cables.
• On a monthly basis, check the battery (Item 1, Figure 4–22) for signs of leaking electro-
lyte. If any signs of damage are visible, remove and replace the battery.
Wear the proper protective clothing when handling the battery. Leaking battery fluid
contains acid that can cause burns. Fumes from the leaking fluid can cause respiratory
problems.
• Check both of the battery cables (Items 2 and 3, Figure 4–22) for signs of damage or cor-
rosion. Loosen the cable clamps and remove the cable from the battery. Clean the termi-
nals with a battery brush. Reinstall and secure the cable clamps.
NOTE: To prevent corrosion, spray on a battery protectent and sealer onto both terminals
and cable clamps.
• Check the battery hold down clamp (Item 4, Figure 4–22) to make sure that the battery is
being held securely to the machine.
Figure 4–22 Battery and Connections
6. Check for proper track tension (if equipped).
a. Raise the machine off the ground and support it using a device capable of safely support-
ing 3000 lbs. See Figure 4–23 for suggested location of the support devices.
b. Tilt the bucket downwards until the cutting edge is touching the ground. See Figure 4–23.
c. Lower the loader arm assembly, pushing the front of the machine upwards. Continue
raising the machine until the rear drive sprocket is off the ground. Shut off the engine.
d. Measure the gap between the bottom of the center bogey guide roller (Item 1, Figure 4–23)
and the track. The proper tension will be about a 3/8" - 1/2" deflection.
e. If an adjustment is needed, fully remove the adjustment nut keeper (Item 2, Figure 4–23)
and rotate the adjustment nut (Item 3, Figure 4–23) until the proper track deflection
measurement is achieved. Reinstall and secure the adjustment nut keeper (Item 2,
Figure 4–23). NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the adjustment nut slightly to align the
adjustment nut keeper bolt.
CAUTION
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