Great Dane GSRKW2352S, GSRKA1952S manual Using Booster Battery, Replacing Fuse, Installing

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SERVICE ELECTRICAL

3. Slide back red cover (C) and disconnect positive (+) battery cable (D).

4.Loosen nut on front long carriage bolt (E).

5.Remove rear long carriage bolt (F) and nut.

6.Lift and slide battery (G) out from back of battery tray (H).

7.Inspect isolator pad (I). Replace as needed.

Installing:

1.Place isolator pad (I) in battery tray (H). Ensure that isolator pad is on the bottom and sides of battery tray.

2.Install battery (G) in battery tray (H) with positive terminal in rear.

3.Install rear long carriage bolt (F) and nut. Do not overtighten.

4.Tighten nut on long carriage bolt (E) to secure battery (G) in battery tray

(H). Do not overtighten.

5.Apply dielectric grease to terminals to prevent corrosion.

6.Connect the positive (+) battery cable (D) and install cover (C).

7.Connect negative (-) battery cable (B) and install cover (A).

Cleaning Battery and Terminals

1.Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2.Disconnect and remove battery.

3.Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking soda to one gallon of water. Be careful not to get the soda solution into the cells.

4.Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

5.Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.

6.Apply general purpose grease or silicone spray to terminal to prevent corrosion.

7.Install battery.

Using Booster Battery

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CAUTION: Avoid injury! The battery produces a flammable and explosive gas. The battery may explode:

Do not smoke or have open flame near battery.

Wear eye protection and gloves.

Do not jump start or charge a frozen battery. Warm battery to 16°C (60°F).

Do not connect the negative (-) booster cable to the negative (-) terminal of the discharged battery. Connect at a good ground location away from the discharged battery.

A - Booster Battery

B - Disabled Vehicle Battery

1.Connect positive (+) booster cable to booster battery (A) positive (+) post (C).

2.Connect the other end of positive (+) booster cable to the disabled vehicle battery (B) positive (+) post (D).

3.Connect negative (–) booster cable to booster battery negative (–) post

(E).

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IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! Electric charge from booster battery can damage machine components. Do not install negative booster cable to machine frame. Install only to the engine block.

Install negative booster cable away from moving parts in the engine compartment, such as belts and fan blades.

4.Connect the other end (F) of negative (–) booster cable to a metal part of the disabled machine engine block away from battery.

5.Start the engine of the disabled machine and run machine for several minutes.

6.Carefully disconnect the booster cables in the exact reverse order: negative cable first and then the positive cable.

Replacing Fuse

The electric start circuit is protected by one 20 Amp fuse.

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IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! Help prevent machine circuit damage. Make sure replacement fuse is the correct size.

1. Locate electric start fuse holder under console on right side of machine.

• Open fuse holder (A) and remove socket with fuse.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Page Introduction Product IdentificationSpecial Messages Record Identification NumbersSafety Labels Safety LabelsUnderstanding The Machine Safety Labels Safety SafetyRotating Blades are Dangerous Using a Spark ArrestorChecking Mowing Area Parking SafelyAvoid Tipping Protect ChildrenKeep Riders Off Avoid High Pressure FluidsTire Safety Maintenance and StoragePrevent Fires Handling Fuel SafelyAvoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces OperatingOperator Station Controls Miscellaneous ControlsSetting Cutting Height Adjusting Cutting HeightMounting and Dismounting Machine Safely Raising and Lowering Thigh PadTesting PTO Switch Testing Safety SystemsTesting Park Brake Switch Testing Neutral Switch StartUsing Park Brake Testing the Park BrakeUsing the PTO Testing Neutral Switch RunUsing the Hourmeter Using the ThrottleUsing the Motion Control Levers ForwardGentle Left Turn ReverseGentle Right Turn Sharp Left TurnStarting Engine Using Pump Free-Wheel ValvesEngaging Mower Stopping the EngineMowing Tips Transporting Machine on a TrailerMowing Travel Speeds Dismounting to Inspect MowerService Intervals Service IntervalsService Lubrication Lubricating Pump Idler PivotService Engine Cleaning Engine Air Intake Screen and Fan Service Transmission Service TransmissionReplacing Fuel Filter Hydraulic OilChanging Hydraulic Oil and Filter Cleaning Hydraulic Oil Pump Cooling FinsChecking and Replacing Pump Traction Drive Belt Installing Traction Drive BeltRemoving Traction Drive Belt Checking Traction Drive BeltAdjusting Motion Control Return to Neutral RTN Linkages Checking and Adjusting Motion Control LinkagesChecking Motion Control Linkages Picture Note Side frame removed for picture clarityAdjust Neutral Switch Checking and Adjusting Transmission TrackingAdjusting Forward and Reverse Speeds Service Mower Service Steering & BrakesService Steering & Brakes Checking for Bent Mower Blades Service MowerReplacing Mower Deck Drive Belt Replacing Mower Blades Checking and Replacing Mower BladesSharpening Blades Service Electrical Service ElectricalInstalling Using Booster BatteryCleaning Battery and Terminals Booster Battery Disabled Vehicle BatteryService Miscellaneous Service MiscellaneousChecking Tire Pressure Removing and Installing Front Caster WheelsTightening Rear Drive Wheel Hardware Troubleshooting TroubleshootingCheck EngineElectrical System Steering MachinePark Brake Storage StorageAssembly AssemblyRemoving Machine From Storage Check Hydraulic Oil LevelGetting Quality Service SpecificationsSpecifications Part Number Getting Quality ServicePart Numbers Wiring Schematics Service Miscellaneous Hydraulic Schematics Service Miscellaneous Main Frame Assembly QTY Description FUEL, Hydraulic and Handle Assembly Swivel Adjuster ENGINE, Hydraulic and Mainframe Assembly CLAMP, Hose 1/2 Pinch CLUTCH, Pump Components and Foot Plate Assembly WASHER, .250 Wide Heavy Flat Y Hydraulic Components CAP FUELCOMPONENTS/WIRING Harness Fuel Components Fuel COMPONENTS/WIRING HarnessConsole and Battery Assembly STRIP, Battery Insulator Foot PLATE/CONSOLE Components Foot Plate Components Deck Assembly WASHER, Blade Wheel and Strut ASSEMBLY/PUMP Components Wheel and Strut Assembly Spindle Assembly Spindle Assembly Decal Locations TCU51051

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