Figure 4.1. Battery and battery box.

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Table 4-2. Troubleshooting -- Continued

MALFUNCTION

TEST OR INSPECTION

CORRECTIVE ACTION

ENGINE -- Continued

During charging, check the electrolyte level frequently. Add distilled water as necessary to maintain the

battery electrolyte level. Continue charging after adding water to assure proper mixing of solution.

WARNING

Take precautions against spilling electrolyte on clothing or allowing it to come

in contact with skin as burns may occur. Use rubber gloves when filling bat-

tery.

If battery is bad and will not hold charge replace as follows:

Remove the two (2) wing nuts (1. fig. 4-1) and remove the battery box cover (2).

Disconnect the cables (3 and 4) from the battery (5). Using the lift strap, lift the battery from the battery box

and replace with a serviceable battery. Connect cables (3 and 4) to battery. Be sure negative post is connect-

ed to cable leading to ground and positive post is connected to cable leading to starter switch.

Install battery box cover (2) and secure with wing nuts (1).

Figure 4.1. Battery and battery box.

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