Cub Cadet M467 - Manual (Page 15)

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Connect positive (+) jumper cable to booster battery
positive (+) post (A). See Fig. 6-3.
Connect the other end of positive (+) jumper cable to the
disabled vehicle battery positive (+) post (B).
Connect negative (-) jumper cable to booster battery
negative (-) post (C).
Connect the other end (D) of negative (-) jumper cable
to a metal part of the disabled machine frame away from
battery.
Start the engine of the disabled machine and run machine
for several minutes.
Carefully disconnect the jumper cables in the exact reverse
order: negative cable first and then the positive cable.
IMPORTANT: Alternator will not charge unless battery has
minimum of 11 volts. Unit will not run if battery voltage is below
11.
Charging Battery
WARNING: Charge battery in a well ventilated area
and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as
on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes
dryer or other gas appliances.
If the vehicle has not been put into use for an extended period of
time, charge the battery with an automotive type 12-volt charger
for a minimum of one hour at six amps.
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Battery
WARNING: The battery produces a flammable and
explosive gas. Do not smoke near battery. Wear eye
protection and gloves when handling the battery.
Do not allow direct metal contact across battery
posts. The battery is sealed and is maintenance free.
Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be
added.
WARNING: California Proposition 65 Warning:
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
IMPORTANT: If removing the battery for any reason,
disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s terminal
first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When re-
installing the battery, always connect the POSITIVE (Red)
wire to its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black)
wire. Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct
terminals; reversing them could change the polarity and
cause damage to your engine’s alternating system.
Cleaning Battery and Terminals
Remove battery from vehicle. Always remove negative
cable first when disconnecting.
Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking
soda to one gallon of water.
Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.
Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush
until bright.
Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminals to
prevent corrosion.
Install battery. Always install negative cable last when
connecting.
Jumping Battery
WARNING: Do not attempt to jump start a frozen
battery. Warm to 60 degrees F (16 degrees C). Do not
smoke near battery and wear eye protection and
gloves when handling battery.
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Figure 6-3
Jumper Cables
Booster Battery Disabled Battery
D
C B A