Snapper 7-5122 manual Set-Upinstructions & Pre-Operationchecklist, Battery Removal

SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS & PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST

For SNAPPER “W” SERIES REAR ENGINE RIDERS

INTRODUCTION: The SNAPPER “W” Series Rear Engine Riders are shipped fully assembled and require minimal set-up. Complete each of the following steps carefully. Review and complete each item as instructed on the Pre-Operation checklist. The Snapper Product Registration card must be filled out and sent to Customer Service department at Snapper when completed.

BATTERY ACTIVATION and INSTALLATION

Snapper riders with a model prefix “W” are supplied with wet batteries and do not require the addition of electrolyte. All batteries require a slow charge before being placed into service.

1.BATTERY REMOVAL

A.Remove battery cover by pulling each side away from ratchet fasteners. See Figure 1.

B.Remove the hair pin and swivel from the deck support to allow clearance for battery removal.

C.Remove battery from battery compartment.

PULL COVER AWAY

FROM RATCHET

FASTENERS ON

BOTH SIDES

FIGURE 1

WARNING

The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. Electrolyte (acid) is a highly corrosive liquid. Wear eye protection. Wash affected areas immediately after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte (acid). Battery acid is corrosive. Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding. If acid is spilled on battery, bench, or clothing, etc., Flush with clear water and neutralize with baking soda. DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed on the RIDER. DO NOT use “BOOST” chargers on the battery. DO NOT OVER FILL!

2.BATTERY CHARGING

A.With all cell caps removed, connect an automotive type battery charger to battery terminals; RED to positive (+) and BLACK to negative (-) terminal.

B.Slow charge at 2 to 6 amps for 30 minutes.

C.After charging, check level of electrolyte, add water only if necessary, and tighten cell caps.

3.BATTERY INSTALLATION

A.Slide battery partially into box, with positive end to inside and terminals to rear, to allow for cable installations.

B.Battery cables MUST BE SECURED TO BATTERY TERMINALS as shown in Figure 2, using the 1/4” screws, that are mounted on terminals, and lock nuts from the hardware bag.

C.Install positive (+) cable first. Place the positive

(+)terminal insulator over positive terminal and cable. Install negative (-) cable last after positive terminal insulator has been installed.

See Figure 2.

D.Slide battery into battery box and reinstall battery cover.

E.Reinstall deck support swivel and hair pin.

CABLES MUST	RED POSITIVE (+)
BE MOUNTED
	CABLE
TO TERMINALS
AS SHOWN

POSITIVE

TERMINAL

INSULATOR

TO OUTSIDE OF

MOWER

BLACK

NEGATIVE (-)

CABLE

FIGURE 2

INSTRUCTION No. 7-5122 (I.R. 6/28/02)

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