Snapper ZMT2500KH, ZM5201M, ZM6101M Battery Battery Removal, Battery Installation

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Section 4 - 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.

4.7BATTERY

4.7.1.BATTERY REMOVAL

1.Remove battery retainer.

2.Slide terminal cover away from positive terminal.

3.Observe and note cable positions on battery. See Figure 4.8.

4.Disconnect cables from battery terminals, disconnecting BLACK (Negative) cable first, then disconnect RED (Positive) last. Retain mounting bolts and nuts.

RED (Positive) CABLE

TERMINAL COVER

TERMINALS

BLACK (Negative) CABLE

FIGURE 4.8

4.7.2.BATTERY INSTALLATION

1.Position battery into battery compartment.

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

3.Reinstall battery retainer and positive terminal cover. See Figure 4.9

4.7.3.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 cover cell plates of which can also be seen 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. 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.

RED (Positive) CABLE

TERMINAL COVER

MUST SHIELD

POSITIVE

TERMINAL AFTER

INSTALLATION

TERMINALS

BLACK (Negative) CABLE

FIGURE 4.9

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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