Snapper YZ145332BVE, YZ145382BVE important safety instructions Battery Testing

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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

4.5.5.BATTERY TESTING

There are two types of battery tests: Unloaded and Loaded. The unloaded test is the procedure that will be discussed. It’s the simplest and most commonly used. An unloaded test is made on a battery without discharging current. To perform unloaded testing, check charge condition using either a hydrometer or voltmeter.

1.Using a voltmeter, voltage readings appear instantly to show the state of charge. Remember to hook the positive lead to the battery’s positive terminal, and the negative lead to the negative terminal.

2.A hydrometer measures the specific gravity of each cell. The specific gravity tells the degree of charge; generally, a specific gravity of about 1.265 to 1.280 indicates full charge. A reading of 1.230 to 1.260 indicates the battery should be charged. The chart on the next page shows the charge level as measured by syringe float hydrometer, digital voltmeter and five ball hydrometer.

4.5.6.NEW BATTERY PREPARATION 1. Remove battery from carton.

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

3. Remove battery cell caps. Fill cells as required with electrolyte (purchased separately) to proper level. Fill to 3/16” above cell plates. Filling battery with electrolyte will bring the battery to 80% charged state.

4. With cell caps removed, connect battery charger to battery terminals; RED to positive (+) and BLACK to negative (-) terminal.

IMPORTANT: 3/16” above cell plates is the recommended level. DO NOT place anything in battery other than specified electrolyte.

5.Slow charge the battery at 1 amp for 2 hours to bring the battery to full charge.

6.After charging, check level of electrolyte and add as needed to bring level to 3/16” above cell plates.

7.Reinstall cell caps.

8.Install battery into power unit. Connect over flow tube.

9.Connect positive (+) cable (red) first, from wiring harness to the positive terminal (+) on battery using bolt and nut provided in hardware bag. Connect negative (-) cable (black) last, to negative terminal (-) on battery using bolt and nut. Apply a small amount of grease over terminals to prevent corrosion.

WARNING

Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover located on battery harness. This prevents metal from touching the positive terminal, which could cause sparks.

WARNING

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

4.5.7. BATTERY TESTING

Battery Condition Chart

 

State of Charge

Syringe Hydrometer

Digital Voltmeter

Five Ball Hydrometer

100%

Charged w/ Sulfate Stop

1.280

12.80v

Five Balls Floating

100%

Charged

1.265

12.60v

Four Balls Floating

75% Charged

1.210

12.40v

Three Balls Floating

50% Charged

1.160

12.10v

Two Balls Floating

25% Charged

1.120

11.90v

One Ball Floating

0% Charged

Less than 1.100

Less than 11.80v

Zero Balls Floating

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Contents Yard Cruiser Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Introduction Right Console ViewLeft Console View NomenclatureOperating Instructions PRE-START Check ListStarting & Operation Engine Electric Start OperationEngine Mower BladeStopping Parking BrakeCutting Height Adjustment Check Mower Blade Service After First 5 HoursChange Engine OIL Single Blade DeckEngine Engine Cooling System Service Every 25 Operating HoursChecking Mower Belt Tension Mower BladeYard Cruiser Lubrication 1. Front Wheel Bearings Mower Blade Spindle LubricationUnderside View of 33 Deck Front Caster Wheel Pivot ShaftEngine Air Filter Oil Filter Engine Oil Transaxle Service AnnuallyStorage OUT of Season Engine Adjustments & Repair Neutral Position AdjustmentsLower View Front of Mower Is Shown From this Angle Belt Removal Mower Drive Belt AdjustmentBelt Replacement DeckIdler ARM and Belt Guide Detail Belt ReplacementsAdjusting Mower Blade Blade BrakeAdjusting the 33 Deck Blade + 1/16Front or Rear View of Deck Deck ShownFront to Rear Deck Pitch 38 Decks Mower Deck Timing RODMower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Wheel Brake AdjustmentBlade Sharpening Battery Service Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.3. Blade ReplacementBattery Battery Removal Battery StorageBattery Testing NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from cartonProblem Probable Cause Corrective Action Trouble Shooting on NextRider Will Not Move Or 100 Service Performed EachMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts USE HRS SeasonYear Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Yard Cruiser Hydro Drive

YZ145332BVE, YZ145382BVE specifications

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