Ariens 911413 warranty Install U1-Size Battery Figure

Sealed Glass Mat Battery Removal and Installation (Figure 19)

NOTE: If same size replacement battery is not available a U1-size battery can be installed (see Figure 21).

Remove

1.Disconnect negative (–) cable first, then positive (+) cable.

2.Remove battery from unit.

Install

1.Install battery onto unit.

2.Connect positive (+) cable first, then negative (–) cable.

3.Apply petroleum jelly or dielectric grease to battery cable ends and terminals.

Replacing Sealed Glass Mat Battery with U1-Size Battery (Figure 19 and Figure 20)

1.Disconnect negative (–) cable first, then positive (+) cable.

2.Disconnect fuel line at fuel filter.

3.Remove hardware securing battery hold-down bracket to battery mount bracket.

4.Remove battery from unit. Dispose of properly.

5.Remove battery mat. Dispose of properly.

6.Remove two nuts and bolts on both sides of battery mount bracket (see Figure 20).

Install U1-Size Battery (Figure 21)

NOTE: Battery hold-down bracket must be moved to the rear position to allow the larger U1 battery to fit.

1.Transfer battery mount bracket to new location and secure with hardware removed in step 6.

2.Install battery.

3.Position battery hold-down bracket over battery.

4.Reconnect fuel line outside of battery hold-down bracket.

IMPORTANT: Ensure fuel line is securely installed outside of battery hold-down bracket.

5.Tighten previously removed hardware securing battery and battery hold-down bracket in step 3.

6.Connect positive (+) cable first, then negative (–) cable.

7.Apply petroleum jelly or dielectric grease to battery cable ends and terminals.