Battery Maintenance; Battery Storage - Cub Cadet ZT2 54 Manuel De L'opérateur

Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or
onto the skin, rinse the affected area immediately with
clean cold water. 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 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.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and may emit explosive
gases. Use extreme caution when handling batteries.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
When attaching battery cables, always connect the
POSITIVE (Red) wire to terminal first, followed by the
NEGATIVE (Black) wire.
NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The
negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (–).
CONNECTING BATTERY CABLES
Always connect the positive lead to the battery before
connecting the negative lead. This will prevent sparking
or possible injury from an electrical short caused by
contacting the tractor body with tools being used to
connect the cables.
For shipping reasons the factory may leave both battery cables
disconnected from the terminals. To connect the battery cables,
proceed as follows:
1. If present, remove the plastic cover from the positive battery
terminal. Attach the red connector to the positive battery
terminal (+) using the bolt (a) and hex nut (b). See Figure 12.
2. If present, remove the plastic cover from the negative battery
terminal and attach the black cable to the negative battery
terminal (–) with the bolt (a) and hex nut (b). See Figure 12.
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3. Position the red rubber boot (c) over the positive battery
terminal to help protect it from corrosion. See Figure 12.
(b)
(b)
NOTE: If the battery is put into service after date shown on top/
side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in the Service
and Maintenance section, prior to operating.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

• The battery is filled with battery acid and then sealed at
the factory. However, even a "maintenance free" battery
requires some maintenance to ensure its proper life cycle.
• Spray the terminals and exposed wire with a battery
terminal sealer or coat the terminals with a thin coat of
grease or petroleum jelly, to protect against corrosion.
• Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free
of corrosion.
• Avoid tipping. Even a sealed battery will leak electrolyte
when tipped.

BATTERY STORAGE

• When storing the tractor for extended periods, disconnect
the negative battery cable. It is not necessary to remove
the battery.
• All batteries discharge during storage. Keep the exterior
of the battery clean, especially the top. A dirty battery will
discharge more rapidly.
• The battery must be stored with a full charge. A discharged
battery can freeze sooner than a charged battery. A fully
charged battery will store longer in cold temperatures
than hot.
• Recharge the battery before returning to service. Although
the tractor may start, the engine charging system may not
fully recharge the battery.
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(a)
(a)
Figure 12
(c)