Snapper NZM19481KWV important safety instructions Battery Battery Removal, Battery Installation

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Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

WARNING

Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover located on battery harness. This prevents metal from touching the positive terminal, which could cause sparks. Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position. RED (Positive) cable must go to the ( + ) terminal. BLACK (Negative) cable must go to the ( - ) terminal. If battery is removed, DO NOT operate engine without insulating Positive + battery cable terminal with electrical tape, or sparking from the battery cables can result.

5.10BATTERY

5.10.1.BATTERY REMOVAL

1.Remove battery retainer. See Figure 5.17.

2.Slide terminal cover away from positive terminal.

3.Observe and note cable positions on battery. Disconnect cables from battery terminals, disconnecting BLACK (Negative) cable first and RED (Positive) last. Retain mounting bolts and nuts. See Figure 5.17.

REMOVE BATTERY RETAINER

FIGURE 5.17

5.10.2.BATTERY INSTALLATION

1.Position battery into battery compartment.

2.Connect cables to battery terminals. Connect RED (Positive) cable first. Connect BLACK (Negative) cable last. See Figure 5.18.

3.Reinstall battery retainer and positive terminal cover. See Figure 5.17.

RED (POSITIVE) CABLE

BLACK (NEGATIVE) CABLE

TERMINAL COVER MUST

WHEN DISCONNECTING

SHIELD POSITIVE

CABLES, DISCONNECT

TERMINAL AFTER

NEGATIVE FIRST

INSTALLATION

 

FIGURE 5.18

5.10.3.BATTERY SERVICE 1. Remove battery.

2. Place battery in a well-ventilated area on a level surface.

3. Using distilled water, refill cells as required to bring the fluid to the proper level. Note: if your machine is equipped with a maintenance free battery, water will not be required.

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. An alternative fast charge should be no more than 2.5 amps for four hours.

6. If battery will not accept charge or is partially charged after 10 hours of charging at 1 amp, replace with new battery.

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.

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Contents MID Mount Z-RIDER Zero Turning Hydro Drive Series Important Safety Instructions Snapper From PreviousMaintenance Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionSafety Messages and Symbols RUN PRE-START Check List Operating InstructionsStarting Engine Starting & Stopping ENGINE, BLADES, Parking BrakeStarting Mower Blades Stopping EngineStopping Mower Blades Parking BrakeOPERATION- Motion Controls Driving Machine Cutting Height AdjustmentEngine Must not Start if Stopping MachineEngine should Start if Engine Must Begin to Stop ifCheck Mower Blade Service After First 5 HoursAfter Every 25 Operating Hours 4.3.1. Engine Before Operating Machine Riding Mower LubricationAnnually END of Each Season Deck Removal See Figure Neutral Position Adjustments Adjustments & RepairNeutral Position Adjustments From Previous Highest cutting position and recheck side to side Parking Brake AdjustmentTraction Belt Tension Traction Belt ReplacementBelt Replacement Tracking Adjustment Mower Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Removal Blade Sharpening Battery Installation Battery Battery RemovalBattery Service 1. Remove battery NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery TestingDo not Overfill Insert spindle shaft up through the bottom Bearing ReplacementHydraulic SYSTEM, Purging Trouble Shooting on Next Problem Probable CauseCorrective Action Machine Will Not Move MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Service Performed Each100 Number USE HRS SeasonDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Snapper Product Registration Form Page Page Page MID Mount Z-RIDER Zero Turning Hydro Drive Series

NZM19481KWV specifications

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