BATTERY 5.6 Removal and Inspection The battery is located in the ROPS behind the operators seat. To remove the battery: 1 Remove the seat mount retaining bolt and disconnect the seat belt wiring harness connection. (fig. C806) 2 Pull up and toward the front of the loader and remove the seat. Be careful to not catch any electrical wiring while removing. Seat switch harness Mounting bolt C806 3 Remove the access bolt from the battery compart- ment cover (fig. C2483) to gain access to the battery (fig. C2458). Battery access panel WARNING Access bolt Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can harm the eyes and skin on contact.
Always wear goggles and protec- tive clothing while servicing the battery. Flush skin or eyes with water upon contact. Consult a physician. 5 C2483 4 Disconnect both battery ground terminals first. Then disconnect the positive cables from the battery. Battery compartment Battery C2458 5 Remove the bolt securing the battery hold down bracket. (fig. C1328) 6 Carefully remove the battery from the compartment. 7 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. 8 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.. Battery hold down C1328 5-13