BATTERY
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Read and understand entire
Safety section before proceeding.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Unit comes equipped with a maintenance- free battery that requires no regular maintenance except cleaning the terminals.
Remove Battery
1.Shut OFF engine. Engage parking brake. Remove the ignition key.
2.Place seat in the service position (See Maintenance Schedule on page 16).
3.Disconnect cables from battery (negative, then positive) (Figure 11).
4.Remove hold down and remove battery.
Replace Battery
1.Replace battery and secure with battery hold down.
2.Reconnect cables to battery (positive, then negative). Position boot over positive terminal.
3.Return seat to operating position.
Clean Battery
Keep battery and its terminals clean. Inspect every 100 operating hours or monthly for best performance.
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1. | Negative | 3. Battery |
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2. | Positive |
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| terminal |
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Figure 11
1.Remove battery from unit. See Remove Battery on page 21.
2.Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush.
3.Coat terminals with dielectric grease or petroleum jelly.
4.Replace battery. See Replace Battery on page 21.
Charging the Battery
Battery Electrolyte First Aid
Follow First Aid directions for contact with battery fluid.
•External Contact: Flush with water.
•Eyes: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention immediately!
•Internal Contact: Drink large quantities of water. Follow with Milk of Magnesia, beaten egg or vegetable oil. Get medical attention immediately!
In case of internal contact, DO NOT induce vomiting!
IMPORTANT: DO NOT fast charge. Charging at a higher rate will damage or destroy battery. ONLY use an automatic charger designed for use with your battery.
ALWAYS follow information provided on battery by battery manufacturer. Contact battery manufacturer for extensive instructions to charge battery.
1.Remove battery from unit. See Remove Battery on page 21.
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