Cub Cadet 5252 - Manual (Page 29)

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ACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
WARNING: If the tractor has been
recently operated, engine surfaces
(including the radiator) will be HOT.
Allow the engine to cool before open-
ing the hood, or use extreme caution
to avoid burns when the hood is open.
To raise the hood, locate the hood latch below the
hood notch at the front of the tractor. Pull the hood
latch upward to release the front of the hood. See
Figure 32.
• Fully raise the hood so that the hood spring
cylinders hold the hood in the raised position.
Figure 32
GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION
WARNING:
• Battery posts, terminals and related accesso-
ries contain lead and lead compounds. Wash
hands after handling.
• Should battery acid accidentally splatter into
the eyes or onto the skin, rinse the affected
area immediately with clean cold water. If there
is any further discomfort, seek prompt medical
attention.
• If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean
water, then neutralize with a solution of
ammonia/water or baking soda/water.
• NEVER connect (or disconnect) battery charger
clips to the battery while the charger is turned
on, as it can cause sparks.
• Keep all sources of ignition (cigarettes,
matches, lighters) away from the battery. The
hydrogen gas generated during charging can
be combustible.
• As a further precaution, only charge the battery
in a well ventilated area.
• Always shield eyes and protect skin and
clothing when working near batteries.
WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric
acid and may emit explosive gases.
Use extreme caution when handling
batteries. Keep batteries out of the
reach of children.
BATTERY REMOVAL
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
The battery is located at the front of the tractor
beneath the hood.
To remove the battery:
• Open the tractor hood as described in the
previous sub-section.
• Remove the two wing nuts and the battery
holddown strap from the battery holddown rods.
See Figure 33.
Figure 33
• Spread the locking clips on the sides of the
terminal covers and lift the tops of the covers to
expose the battery connections. See Figure 33.
• Loosen the cable clamp of the black negative
battery lead, then lift the negative cable and its
terminal cover off the negative battery post
(marked NEG). Move the cable away from the
negative battery post.
HOOD
LATCH
Pull Latch
to
Lift Hood
BATTERY
HOLDDOWN
ROD
WING NUT
TERMINAL
COVER
HOLDDOWN STRAP CABLE
CLAMP