Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool.
4.5BATTERY
4.5.1. BATTERY REMOVAL
1.Raise operator's seat.
2.Remove the two adjusting knobs.
3.Remove seat assembly and move forward. Use care not to disconnect wires from seat switch. See Figure 4.36.
REMOVE ADJUSTING
KNOBS AND MOVE
SEAT FORWARD
FIGURE 4.36
4.Remove negative ( - ) cable first.
5.Remove positive ( + ) cable last.
6.Remove battery. See Figure 4.37.
WARNING
Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position as shown. DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed on tractor. DO NOT use "BOOST" chargers on the battery. If battery is removed, DO NOT operate engine without insulating Positive + battery cable terminal with electrical tape, or sparking from battery cables can result.
4.5.2.BATTERY INSTALLATION
1.Slide battery into battery housing.
2.Connect positive (+) cable first.
3.Connect negative
4.Reinstall seat assembly. Use care not to disconnect wires from seat switch.
5.Reinstall the two adjusting knobs.
6.Lower operator's seat.
REMOVE POSITIVE
(+) CABLE LAST
REMOVE NEGATIVE
CABLE FIRST
FIGURE 4.37
WARNING
The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. Electrolyte (acid) is a highly corrosive liquid. Wear eye protection. Wash affected areas immediately after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte (acid). Battery acid is corrosive. Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding. If acid is spilled on battery, bench, or clothing, etc., Flush with clear water and neutralize with baking soda.
4.5.3.BATTERY SERVICE
1.Remove battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY REMOVAL”.
2.Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level surface.
3.Using distilled water, refill cells as required to cover cell plates of which can also be visualized through the plastic battery case.
4.With cell caps removed, connect battery charger to battery terminals. Red to positive (+) terminal and black to negative
5.Slow charge battery at 1 amp for 10 hours.
6.If battery will not accept charge or is partially charged after 10 hours of charging at 1 amp, replace with new battery.
4.5.4.BATTERY STORAGE
When out of season, it is recommended the battery be removed, charged and stored.
1.Remove battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY REMOVAL”.
2.Perform battery service.
3.Bring battery to full charge, if required.
4.Store battery in an area away from the RIDER on a wood surface. DO NOT STORE BATTERY ON A CONCRETE SURFACE.
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