3.ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
3.1UNCRATE UNIT
3.1.1 Remove tractor and mower deck from crates.
3.2SERVICE BATTERY:
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash
The machine is shipped with a filled lead-acid battery.
3.2.1Remove battery cover from machine.
DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦Charging the battery may produce explosive gasses
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦Battery gasses can explode causing serious injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away from battery.
♦Ventilate when charging or using battery in an enclosed space.
♦Make sure venting path of battery is always open once battery is filled with acid.
3.2.2Check the voltage of the battery with a digital voltmeter. Locate the voltage reading of the battery in the table below and charge the battery for the recommended time interval to bring the charge up to a full charge of 12.6 volts or greater.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the negative battery cables are disconnected and the battery charger used for charging the battery has an output of 16 volts and 7 amps or less to avoid damaging the battery (see chart below for recommended charger settings).
Voltage | Percent | Maximum |
| Charging Interval | |
Reading | Charge | Charger Settings |
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12.6 or greater | 100% | 16 volts/7 amps | No Charging Required | ||
12.4 – 12.6 | 75 | – 100% | 16 volts/7 amps | 30 Minutes | |
12.2 – 12.4 | 50 | – 75% | 16 volts/7 amps | 1 | Hour |
12.0 – 12.2 | 25 | – 50% | 14.4 volts/4 amps | 2 | Hours |
11.7 – 12.0 | 0 – 25% | 14.4 volts/4 amps | 3 | Hours | |
11.7 or less | 0% | 14.4 volts/2 amps | 6 | Hours or More | |
CAUTION
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦If the ignition is in the “ON” position there is potential for sparks and engagement of components.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦Sparks could cause an explosion or moving parts could accidentally engage causing personal injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦Be sure ignition switch is in the “OFF” position before charging the battery.
3.2.3Connect the negative battery cables.
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