Ditch Witch JT60AT - Manual (Page 192)

Service - 192
JT60/JT60 All Terrain Operator’s Manual
500 Hour
Check Batteries
Check batteries every 500 hours. Keep batteries
clean and terminals free of corrosion.
To clean:
1. Turn battery disconnect switch, if equipped,
to the off position.
2. Ensure that no ignition sources are near
batteries.
3. Loosen and remove battery cable clamps
carefully, negative (-) cable first.
4. Clean cable clamps and terminals to remove
dull glaze.
5. Check for signs of internal corrosion in cables.
6. Apply MPG to terminals after cleaning to reduce corrosion.
7. Connect battery cable clamps, positive (+) cable first.
8. Tighten any loose connections.
9. Ensure that battery tiedowns are secure.
10. Turn battery disconnect switch to the on position.
Explosion possible. Serious injury or equipment damage could occur.
Follow directions carefully.
To help avoid injury: Do not create sparks and do not short across battery terminals for
any reason.
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