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Handling the Battery Safely

USE ONLY THE 12-VOLT, LEAD-ACID, RECHARGEABLE BATTERY AND THE 12-VOLT BATTERY CHARGER THAT SHIPS WITH YOUR CART, OR THEIR COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS REPLACEMENT. USING THE WRONG TYPE OF BATTERY OR CHARGER COULD CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY.

NEVER LIFT OR CARRY THE BATTERY BY THE WIRES OR CONNECTORS. THIS CAN DAMAGE THE BATTERY AND POSSIBLY CAUSE A FIRE RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY. LIFT AND CARRY THE BATTERY BY THE CASE ONLY.

Read the safety instructions on the battery. Only adults should handle the battery. The battery is heavy and contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Dropping the battery could result in serious injury. Get a firm grip and use caution when removing or changing the battery.

Examine the charger and the connectors for excessive wear or damage each time you charge the battery. If you determine there is a problem, do not use the charger or the battery until you have replaced the worn or damaged part.

Batteries contain sulfuric acid. To prevent burns, avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. To prevent fire or explosion keep sparks and open flames away from the battery.

Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short-circuit it with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. When short-circuited, the battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

Never throw away used batteries in your household trash. Bring them to a recycling center or household hazardous waste depot for proper disposal. Please refer to “Recycling a Used Battery” for more information.

PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES RESPONSIBLY, ACCORDING TO YOUR LOCAL HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REGULATIONS.

Safely Charging the Battery

Charge the battery before using your Cart.

Never allow the battery to completely discharge; charge the battery before this happens.

Charge the battery before storing your Cart. Do not leave the battery discharged, as this can ruin it.

Never allow children to charge the battery. The electricity involved in charging the battery could injure child.

NEVER charge the battery in the rain or in wet locations.

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Contents Garden Cart Toll-free phone 1-866-NEUTON1 Table of Contents Parts LISTS, Schematic Diagrams and Warranty Conventions Used In This Manual Introducing the Neuton Garden CartNeuton Garden Cart Safety & Operating Instructions Safety and Information Labels General Safety RulesPreparing to Use Your Cart Protecting Yourself and Those Around YouOperating Your Cart Servicing Your Cart Moving on SlopesSafely Charging the Battery Handling the Battery SafelyNeuton Garden Cart Safety & Operating Instructions Some Special Unpacking Instructions Setting UP Your Neuton Garden CartUnpacking Your Cart Package Checklist Hardware Contents of Colored Hardware BagsAssembling Your Cart Read these Safety & Operating Instructions fullyAttach the Drive Train Attach the Wheels Attach the Upper Handle Plug in the Wire Harness Charging the Battery Charging and Caring for the BatteryAbout the Battery To replace your battery, tilt the Cart forward on its nose Replacing the BatteryAbout the Overload Safety Feature Recycling a Used Battery Caring for the BatteryDisposing of the Battery Responsibly Operating Your Neuton Garden Cart Understanding the Control SwitchesMoving Forward Slowly Loading Your CartMoving Forward Fast Stopping Moving BackwardNeuton Garden Cart Safety & Operating Instructions Storing Your Garden Cart Caring for Your Neuton Garden CartNeuton Garden Cart Safety & Operating Instructions Side Rails Optional AccessoriesAccessory Pack Leaf CatcherNeuton Garden Cart Safety & Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Table TroubleshootingLoud clacking or grinding noise from the gearbox Battery makes a sizzling or gurgling sound when charging Parts List Handlebar Tray Assembly Parts LISTS, Schematic Diagrams and WarrantySchematic- Handlebar Tray Assembly Ref# Part# Description Parts List Bucket AssemblySchematic Bucket Assembly Part# Description Parts List Drivetrain AssemblySchematic Bucket Assembly Neuton Garden Cart Safety & Operating Instructions Year Limited Warranty 2005 CHP, INC C