Attaching the Battery Cables
NOTE: Some models are shipped with the battery cables already connected.
IMPORTANT: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The negative battery terminal is marked Neg.
•The positive cable (heavy red wire) is secured to the positive battery terminal (+) with a hex bolt and hex nut at the factory. Make certain that the rubber boot covers the terminal to help protect it from corrosion.
•Remove the hex bolt and hex nut from the negative cable.
•Remove the black plastic cover, if present, from the negative battery terminal and attach the negative cable (heavy black wire) to the negative battery terminal
•Make certain the
Rubber |
Boot |
Hold Down Rod |
Hex Nut |
Hex Bolt |
Figure 3
NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown on top of battery, charge the battery as instructed on page 26 of this manual prior to operating the tractor.
Gas and Oil Fill-up
The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a capacity of
WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manufacturer’s Operator/Owner Manual packed with your tractor. Read instructions carefully.
Tire Pressure
WARNING: Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times.
The tires on your unit may be
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