SERVICE ELECTRICAL
• Balance blades before installing.
Balancing Blades
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Mower blades are sharp. Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades.
1. Clean blade.
2.Put blade on nail in a vise. Turn blade to horizontal position.
3.Check balance. If blade is not balanced, heavy end of blade will drop.
4.Grind bevel of heavy end. Do not change blade bevel.
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WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead components, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Service the Battery Safely
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. It is poisonous and can cause serious burns:
•Wear eye protection and gloves.
•Keep skin protected.
•If electrolyte is swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
•If electrolyte is splashed into eyes, flush immediately with water for
•If electrolyte is splashed onto skin, flush immediately with water and get medical attention if necessary.
The battery produces a flammable and explosive gas. The battery may explode:
•Do not smoke near battery.
•Wear eye protection and gloves.
•Do not allow direct metal contact across battery posts.
•Remove negative cable first when disconnecting.
•Install negative cable last when connecting.
Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
NOTE: Do not attempt to open, add fluid or service battery. Any attempt to do so will void warranty.
•Keep battery and terminals clean.
•Keep battery bolts tight.
•Keep small vent holes open.
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IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! The battery comes fully charged. If the machine is not used by the service expiration date indicated on the battery, charge the battery.
Recharge, if necessary, at
Removing and Installing Battery
Removing:
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
2. Slide back black cover (A) and disconnect negative
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