Service; Battery Removal; Charging The Battery - Cub Cadet Z-Force 44 User Manual

Service

Battery Removal

WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash
hands after handling.
The battery is located on the right/rear of the tractor beneath the
seat box frame. To remove the battery:
1. Remove the hold down straps.
2. Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the black
negative battery lead to the negative battery post (marked
NEG). Move the cable away from the negative battery post.
3. Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the red
positive battery lead to the positive battery post (marked
POS).
4. Carefully lift the battery out of the tractor.
5. Install the battery by repeating the above steps in the
reverse order.
WARNING!
Always connect the positive lead to the
battery before connecting the negative lead. This
will prevent sparking or possible injury from an
electrical short caused by contacting the tractor
body with tools being used to connect the cables.

Charging the Battery

Test and, if necessary, recharge the battery after the tractor has
been stored for a period of time.
• A voltmeter or load tester should read 12.6 volts (DC) or
higher across the battery terminals. See Fig. 7-1.
Voltmeter State of
Reading Charge
12.7 100%
12.4
12.2 50%
12.0
• Charge the battery with a 12-volt battery charger at a
MAXIMUM rate of 10 amps.
Charging
Time
Full Charge
75% 90 Min.
180 Min.
25% 280 Min.
Jump Starting
WARNING!:
Failure to use this starting procedure
can cause sparking, and the gases in the battery to
explode.
1. Attach the end of the red jumper cable to the positive
terminal (+) of the charged battery.
2. Attach the other end of the red jumper cable to the
positive terminal (+) of the low charge battery.
3. Attach the end of the black jumper cable to the negative
terminal of the charged battery.
4. Attach the other end of the black jumper cable to the
frame of the unit with the low charge battery.
Servicing Electrical System
Fuse
There is one fuse located in the wiring between the battery and
ignition start switch. This is a standard plug-in type automotive
fuse rated at 20 amp. Always use the same capacity fuse for
replacement. If the electrical system does not function, check for
a blown fuse.
If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, have the
tractor's electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service
Dealer.
Relays and Switches
There are several safety switches in the electrical system (PTO
Switch, PTO Clutch, Parking Brake/Drive Control Lever Switch,
Seat Switch and No Cut in Reverse Switch). If a function of the
safety interlock system described earlier is not functioning
properly, have the electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet
Service Dealer.
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