John Deere rhino pd54 - Manual (Page 41)

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4. MAINTENANCE
solution of 1 part baking soda and 4 parts water.
Tighten all connections securely.
NOTE: Coat battery terminals and connectors with a
mixture of petroleum jelly and baking soda to retard
corrosion.
3. Keep battery fully charged, especially during cold
weather. If a battery charger is used, turn charger
off before connecting charger to battery(ies).
Attach POSITIVE (+) battery charger lead to
POSITIVE (+) battery post. Then attach
NEGATIVE (-) battery charger lead to a good
ground.
Once a month, check the battery for proper charge of
12.5 volts. Check for proper fluid level. Use distilled
water when adding and run 30 minutes to mix. Clean
battery, posts, and terminals. Disconnect battery cables
before charging to avoid damage to the electrical
system.
SULFURIC ACID IN BATTERY ELECTROLYTE
IS POISONOUS. IT IS STRONG ENOUGH TO
BURN SKIN, EAT HOLES IN CLOTHING, AND
CAUSE BLINDNESS IF SPLASHED INTO EYES.
Avoid the hazard by:
1. Filling batteries in a well-ventilated area.
2. Wearing eye protection and rubber gloves.
3. Avoiding breathing fumes when electrolyte is
added.
4. Avoiding spilling or dripping electrolyte.
5. Use proper jump start procedure.
If you spill acid on yourself:
1. Flush your skin with water.
2. Apply baking soda or lime to help neutralize
the acid.
3. Flush your eyes with water for 10 – 15 minutes.
Get medical attention immediately.
If acid is swallowed:
1. Drink large amounts of water or milk.
2. Then drink milk of magnesia, beaten eggs, or
vegetable oil.
3. Get medical attention immediately.
In freezing weather, run engine at lease 30 minutes to
assure thorough mixing after adding water to battery.
If necessary to replace battery(ies), replacements must
meet or exceed the following recommended
capabilities at -18° C (0° F):
12 Volt – Heavy Duty Battery
BCI Group 24 800 CCA
4.15.2 Battery Installation
ALWAYS CONNECT GROUNDED CABLE LAST.
CLEAN AND SECURELY CONNECT EACH
CABLE END TO BATTERY TERMINAL OF SAME
POLARITY. BATTERY SHOULD BE SECURELY
FASTENED WITH PROPERLY INSTALLED
HOLD-DOWNS.
4.15.3 Charging / Jumping Battery
A 12-volt booster battery can be connected in parallel
with battery(ies) on the unit to aid in cold weather
starting. ALWAYS use heavy-duty jumper cables.
GAS GIVEN OFF BY BATTERY IS EXPLOSIVE.
KEEP SPARKS AND FLAMES AWAY FROM
BATTERY. BEFORE CONNECTING OR
DISCONNECTING A BATTERY CHARGER TURN
CHARGER OFF. MAKE LAST CONNECTION
AND FIRST DISCONNECTION AT A POINT AWAY
FROM BATTERY. ALWAYS CONNECT
NEGATIVE (-) CABLE LAST AND DISCONNECT
THIS CABLE FIRST.
IMPORTANT: Be sure polarity is correct before
making connections. Reversed polarity will damage
electrical system. Always connect positive to
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