Snapper SGT27540D manual Check Tire Pressures, Battery Maintenance, Size Tread, Bar

Check Tire Pressures

Service Interval: Every 25 Hours

Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and main- tained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown provide proper traction, improve cut quality, and extend tire life.

Regular Maintenance

Battery Maintenance

WARNING

When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If not done in this order, the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool.

Cleaning the Battery and Cables

Service Interval: Every 100 Hours

1.Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first (C, Figures 30).

2.Remove the battery clamp (B) and battery. On diesel models the battery clamp is secured with bolts to both frame rails (D, Figure 30).

3.Clean the battery compartment with a solution of bak- ing soda and water.

4.Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire brush and battery terminal cleaner until shiny.

5.Reinstall the battery in the battery compartment, and secure with the battery clamp (B).

6.Reattach the battery cables, positive cable first (A).

7.Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petro- leum jelly or non-conducting grease.

Figure 29. Tire Pressure

Figure 30. Battery - Diesel Models

A.Positive Cable & Cover

B.Battery Clamp

C.Negative Cable

D.Battery Clamp Bolt (Both Sides)