NOTE: The battery you have may differ slightly from the one shown in Figure 7-5. Refer to the Parts List.

Positive

Terminal

Negative

Terminal

Charging Battery

WARNING: The battery contains corrosive fluid and toxic material; handle with care and keep away from children. Do not puncture, disassemble, mutilate or incinerate the battery. Explosive gases could be vented during charging or discharging. Use in a well ventilated area, away from sources of ignition.

NOTE: The special designed plug on the charger will only fit into the plug on the battery box.

1.Plug the battery charger into the port on the underside of the battery housing. See Figure 7-6.

Figure 7-5

IMPORTANT: When replacing battery pack in handle panel, battery pack must be positioned with the positive terminal to the left side and the negative terminal to the right side of panel (Positive terminal is closest to the key switch). See Figure 7-5. Replacing battery pack incorrectly will cause serious damage.

4.Reattach battery cover to battery housing by securing with the two screws removed earlier, making sure to snap the wire conduit on the left into place on the housing.

5.Fold handles back up and tighten star knobs.

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2

Figure 7-6

2.Insert the battery charger plug into a standard 120 volt household outlet. Charge battery for 8 to 10 hours before initial use. Do not charge longer than 12 hours.

NOTE: For optimal engine starting performance and battery life, charge the battery after every use for 8 to 10 hours or until the green LED light illuminates (If equipped).

Do not charge longer than 12 hours.

3.After charging, disconnect charger plug from outlet first, then disconnect charger lead from battery.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the battery pack from the electric starter housing for any reason other than replacement.

IMPORTANT: Always plug charger lead into battery pack lead first, and then insert battery charger plug into 120 volt standard household outlet. Follow this order of action every time you charge the battery.

18Section 7— Service