16. TROUBLESHOOTING PRECAUTIONS FOR CHARGING BATTERY Charging battery when mounted on machine Before charging, disconnect the cable from the negative . terminal of the battery. Otherwise, an unusually high voltage will damage the alternator. While charging the battery, remove all battery plugs for satisfac- tory ventilation. To avoid gas explosions, do not bring fire or sparks near the battery. If the electrolyte temperature exceeds 45°C, stop charging for a while. Turn off the charger as soon as the battery is charged. Overcharging the battery may cause the following: 1) Overheating the battery 2) Decreasing the quantity of electrolyte. 3) Damaging the electrode plate.
Do not mix the cables (positive + to negative . or negative . to positive + ), as it will damage the alternator. When performing any service to the battery besides checking the electrolyte level or measuring the specific gravity, disconnect cables from the battery. REMARK The batteries are on both sides at the rear of the machine. The battery used for the ground is on the left side of the machine. 2-92