UNPACKING
TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CRATE
1.Remove all screws from the top of the c_ate using a 1/4" hex head socket or a flat blade scl ewdriver.
2.To remove ends, grasp top board on the end, and pull towards you in a downward motion.
3.Set panel aside to avoid tire punctures.
4.Repeat procedure for each side of the cr]te.
5.Remove and discard plastic bag which covers unit.
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Loose parts (may include the owner's guide, steering wheel, optional oil drain sleeve, battery fluid, chute deflector, optional mulching kit, etc.) are on the seat or in a box wrapped in plastic. Carefully cut and remove the plastic wrap. Remove the loose parts.
Make certain brake is released. Raise the deck. Use the relief valve and push the unit off the skid.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: After assembly, service engine with gasoline, and check oil level as instructed
in the separate engine manual packed wi th your unit.
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand skle of the
unit is observed from the driver's seat, fa :ing for- ward.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1)1/4" socket wrench or flat blade screwdriv,=r
(1)1/2" wrench or socket wrench*
(1)9/16" wrench or socket wrench
(2)7/16" wrenches or socket wrenches
*If your steering wheel cap is square, you mu_t have a socket wrench in order to install the steering _vheel.
E. NEVER connect or disconnect charger clips to battery while charger is turned on as it can cause sparks.
F. Keep all lighted materials (cigarettes, matches, lighters) away from the battery as the hydrogen
gas generated during charging can be combusti- ble.
G.As a further precaution, only charge the battery in a
*Always shield eyes, protect skin and clothing when working near batteries.
BATTERYINFORMATION
_ WARNING
A.Battery acid must be handled with greal care as contact with it can burn and blister the _;kin. It is
also advisable to wear protective clothing
(goggles, rubber gloves and apron) whet working with it.*
B.Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or onto the face, rinse the affec ed area
immediately with clean cold water. If the e is any further discomfort, seek prompt medical a Ltention.
C.If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it w th clean water, then neutralize with a solution of a mmonia/ water or baking soda/water.
D.Since battery acid is corrosive, do not pc ur it into any sink or drain. Before discarding empt_ electro-
lyte containers, rinse them with a neutraliz ing solu- tion.
DANGER
Battery contains sulfuric acid. Refer to warning at right. Antidote:
Since batteries produce explosive gases, keep
all lighted materials (cigarettes, lighters, matches, etc.) away. Be sure to charge battery only in
KEEP BATTERIES
OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN!