IMPORTANT: ALWAYS follow information provided on battery and battery charger. Contact battery and battery charger manufacturers for detailed instructions.
1.Remove battery from unit (see Battery Removal and Installation).
2.Place battery in a
3.Connect positive (+) lead of charger to positive (+) terminal, and negative
4.Charge battery according to battery charger and battery manufacturers’ instructions.
5.Install battery on unit (see Battery Removal and Installation).
Jump-Starting
Ariens does not recommend
11.4 SWITCHES
Switches either open a circuit to stop current flow or close and allow current to flow through.
A normally open (N.O.) switch prevents current flow until the switch is actuated, completing the circuit and allowing current to flow through it. An example is a light switch - the lights are off until the switch is actuated and the lights go on.
A normally closed (N.C.) switch allows current to flow until the switch is actuated, breaking the circuit and stopping current flow through it. An example is an ignition switch that grounds the magneto when in the off position (completing the circuit) but opens the circuit when in the ON position allowing the engine to operate.
Switches are selected with regard to Current rating (contacts must be of sufficient size to carry the required current), Voltage rating (switches insulated for specific voltages), Case or housing (switches that are exposed to moisture and must be sealed to prevent moisture from entering), and Actuating type (push, pull, rotary, momentary contact, or micro switches).
NOTE: Check that the connections to the switches are secure and that a switch is being activated properly before performing electrical test on switches. (Safety switches on speed selector and clutch levers may be out of adjustment and not activating.)
IMPORTANT: When checking switches, remove them from their respective circuit by disconnecting the wires from the switch at the connector(s). Damage could result to the meter or machine components if switches are left in.
Normally Open Switch
To test a normally open switch (key, headlight, safety, or seat) connect the ohmmeter across the switch terminals. Meter should indicate open circuit (infinite
resistance). Activate the switch. The ohmmeter should read up scale to zero resistance (Close Circuit). This indicates the switch is operating properly. Also check from each terminal to the switch case (if case is metal). Reading should show infinite resistance indicating no short to ground.
Variation from test results described indicates a defective switch.
Normally Closed Switch
To test a normally closed switch connect the ohmmeter across the switch terminals. Meter should indicate a closed circuit (zero resistance). Activate the switch and the meter should move to open circuit (infinite resistance). Check from each terminal to ground (switch case). Meter should show open circuit (infinite resistance).
Variation from test results described indicates a defective switch.
Ignition Switch
NOTE: Refer to the wiring diagram of the unit involved to determine switch functions and test using the methods described.
The ignition switch incorporates a number of functions, although not all functions are used on all equipment. The switch has four positions: OFF, RUN with Lights, RUN, and a momentary contact START position. Use an ohmmeter to check the continuity of the switch in each position.
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