Snapper LT145H33GBV Battery Battery Removal, Battery Installation, Battery Service

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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR

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 4.41.

REMOVE ADJUSTING

KNOBS AND MOVE

SEAT FORWARD

FIGURE 4.41

4.Remove negative ( - ) cable first.

5.Remove positive ( + ) cable last.

6.Remove battery. See Figure 4.42.

WARNING

Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position as shown in Figure 4.42. DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed on tractor. DO NOT use "BOOST" chargers on the battery.

REMOVE POSITIVE

(+) CABLE LAST

REMOVE NEGATIVE (-)

CABLE FIRST

FIGURE 4.42

4.5.2.BATTERY INSTALLATION

1.Slide battery into battery housing.

2.Connect positive (+) cable first.

3.Connect negative (-) cable last.

4.Reinstall seat assembly. Use care not to disconnect wires from seat switch.

5.Reinstall the two adjusting knobs.

6.Lower operator's seat.

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. See Section on 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 (-) terminal.

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.

WARNING

DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed on the machine. DO NOT use “BOOST” chargers on the battery. DO NOT OVERFILL!

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Contents Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Series G Model Number ExplanationImportant Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Components ControlsPRE-START Checklist OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear AdjustmentStarting & Operation Starting Engine OFFStarting & Operation 2.3.2. Starting Wheel Drive Starting Mower BladeStopping Wheel Drive Stopping Stopping Mower Blade Setting Park BrakeCutting Height Adjustment Releasing Park BrakeRolling Tractor with Engine OFF 2.6.1. Rolling Hydro Models Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideChange Engine OIL Service After First 5 HoursIntroduction Check Blade BrakeCheck 33 Deck Drive Belt Service Every 25 Operating HoursCheck Engine Check 38 Deck Drive BeltTractor Lubrication Service Annually Fuel FilterService Annually 3.4.2. Fuel Filter From PreviousSpark Plug Hydrostatic Transmission OIL Engine Adjustments & Repair Blade Brake AdjustmentDeck Blade Brake Adjustment Blade Belt Adjustment 33 Deck Blade Belt Adjustment 38 DeckOn next Adjusting Mower Blade 33 Deck from previous Side View of DeckDeck Level Adjustment Side to Side Deck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Sector PlatesDeck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Front Lift ROD Front of Tractor Deck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Tractor Drive Components 4.3.1. Brake AdjustmentRear to Front View of Deck Steering Adjustment Shifter AdjustmentMounting Standard Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Service Standard Blade Wear LimitsNinja Blade Wear Limits Ninja Blade SharpeningMower Blade Replacement Traction Drive Belt Replacement Mower Deck RemovalTraction drive belt removal Traction drive belt replacement View from Underneath TractorDeck Drive Belt Battery Service Battery Battery RemovalBattery Installation Battery StorageBattery Testing NEW Battery PreparationAvailable Accessories Schematic Wiring Harness P.N Schematic Wiring Harness P.N LT15OHGKVLT145H33GBV & LT145H38 GBV Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide LT145H33GBV Tractor Drive Belts Mower BladesNinja LT145H38GBVYear Limited Warranty Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Service Notes Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Series G

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