Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

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 machine. DO NOT use “BOOST” chargers on the battery.

4.4.5.BATTERY TESTING

The charge condition of a battery can be estimated by using a voltmeter. The voltage readings indicate the state of charge. Record the voltage at the battery terminals. Use the “BATTERY CONDITION CHART” below to determine the state of charge. Slow charge the battery as required to bring to full charge.

4.4.6. NEW BATTERY PREPARATION

Snapper, through your local authorized Snapper dealer, provides replacement battery kits. The kit includes a battery, hardware, harness, electrolyte and instructions. The electrolyte (acid) is a very dangerous, corrosive and poisonous liquid. Follow very carefully all instructions and warnings provided with the kit. Contact your Snapper dealer for assistance.

4.4.7. BATTERY TESTING

WARNING

DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed on the machine. DO NOT use “BOOST” chargers on the battery. DO NOT OVERFILL!

WARNING

Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover located on battery harness. This prevents metal from touching the positive terminal which could cause sparks.

Battery Condition Chart

State of Charge

Digital Voltmeter

100% Charged w/ Sulfate Stop

12.80v

100% Charged

12.60v

75% Charged

12.40v

50% Charged

12.10v

25% Charged

11.90v

0% Charged

Less than 11.80v

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Snapper ELP21602, ELP2150KWV, ELP21602E Battery Testing, NEW Battery Preparation, State of Charge Digital Voltmeter

ELP21602E, ELP21502KWV, ELP21602, ELP21502KWV, ELP21602, ELP21602E, ELP21602, ELP2150KWV, ELP21602E specifications

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