BATTERY 5.6 Removal and Inspection The batteries are located in the ROPS behind the opera- tors seat. To remove the battery: 1 Remove the seat mount retaining bolts and discon- nect the seat switch wiring harness. (fig. C3557) 2 Pull up and toward the front of the loader and remove the seat. Be careful to not catch any electrical wiring while removing. Mounting bolt 3 Remove the access bolt from the battery compart- ment cover. (fig. C3583) C3557 Battery compartment WARNING Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can harm the eyes and skin on contact. Always wear goggles and protective clothing while servicing the battery. Flush skin or eyes with water upon contact. Consult a physician.
Access bolt 5 C3583 4 Raise the battery compartment cover and latch the prop bar in place. (fig. C3584) 5 Disconnect both battery ground terminals first. Then disconnect the positive cables from the battery. (fig. C3585) Battery Compartment Cover 6 Remove the bolt securing the battery hold down bracket. (fig. C3585) 7 Carefully remove the battery from the compartment. 8 Inspect the battery cables for corrosion and damage. Remove any corrosion using a wire brush and a soda solution. Replace the cables having damaged or deformed ends. 9 Clean the outside of the battery case if the battery is to be reused.
Flush the terminal areas with a soda solution taking care not to allow the solution into the battery cells. Remove corrosion from the battery terminals with a wire brush.. C3584 Battery hold down C3585 5-14