battery prior to delivery. Check battery voltage. Battery should be charged if voltage is below 12.3 volts. Battery is fully charged at 12.6 volts. (See Charging the Battery in the Service-Electrical section.) Install Battery 1. Install the battery: · Place battery back in tractor with posts forward. M71516 Picture Note: Early Model Battery Shown · Install battery hold-down (D). · Install two battery hold-down hooks (E). · Install two nuts (F). M71515 Picture Note: Early Model Battery Shown 2. Route red positive (+) cable (G) behind battery. Connect cable. Apply petroleum jelly or silicone 123