Service Manual

325/328 Excavator

Operation and Maintenance Manual 76

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (CONT’D)

Removing And Installing The Battery

Open the right side cover.

Figure PM-32

Disconnect the negative (-) cable (Item 1) [Figure PM-32]

first.

Disconnect the positive (+) cable (Item 2) [Figure PM-32].

Remove the bolts (Item 3) [Figure PM-32] and remove

the hold down clamp.

Remove the battery.

Always clean the terminals and the cable ends, even

when installing a new battery.

Install the battery. Install the hold down clamp and tighten

the bolts.

Connect the battery cables. Connect the negative (-)

cable (Item 1) [Figure PM-32] last to prevent sparks.

WARNING

Batteries contain acid which burns eyes and skin on

contact. Wear goggles, protective clothing and rubber

gloves to keep acid off body.

In case of acid contact, wash immediately with water.

In case of eye contact get prompt medical attention

and wash eye with clean, cool water for at least

15 minutes.

If electrolyte is taken internally drink large quantities

of water or milk! DO NOT induce vomiting. Get

prompt medical attention.

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