Tractor batteries are an open cell type. This type of battery
allows you to add distilled water to each individual cell. In
order to add water to the battery, you may have to remove the
battery from the tractor to gain access. Once the individual
cells are topped off with water, you can then connect the
storage device to a regular battery charger. The overall
charging time may exceed 12 hours. Wear safety glasses whenever
servicing any type of battery. Small particles can become
airborne during the service operation. Use either a 7/16-inch or
half-inch end wrench to remove the negative (-) battery clamp
from the battery terminal post, depending on your battery clamp.
Turn the wrench in a counter-clockwise direction. Next, loosen
and remove the positive (+) clamp from the battery. Remove the
battery from the tractor. Place the battery on a firm surface in
a well-ventilated area. Unscrew and remove the top battery caps
from each individual cell. A 12-volt battery will have six caps,
and 6-volt batteries will ha