Snapper LT180H42IBV, LT200H42IBV2, LT200H48IBV2 Adjustment & Repair, Battery Testing

Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR

WARNING

Never attempt to charge the battery while it is installed on the machine. DO NOT use “BOOST” chargers on the battery.

4.5.5.BATTERY TESTING

1.Remove battery. Refer to section “BATTERY REMOVAL”.

2.Using a voltmeter, check the battery’s state of charge by comparing the voltmeter reading with the chart below. (Remember to hook the positive (red) lead of the voltmeter to the battery’s positive terminal, and the negative lead to the negative terminal.)

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

4.5.6.NEW BATTERY PREPARATION

1.Remove battery from carton.

2.Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level, non-concrete surface.

3.Check date on battery label. If battery is placed into service after the date shown, charge battery. Refer to section “BATTERY CHARGING”.

4.After charging (if required), slide battery partially into battery housing.

5.Connect positive (+) cable (red) first, from wiring harness to the positive terminal (+) on battery using bolt and nut provided in hardware bag. Connect negative (-) cable (black) last, to negative terminal (-) on battery using bolt and nut. Apply a small amount of grease over terminals to prevent corrosion.

6.Insert battery completely into battery housing.

7.Reinstall seat assembly.

WARNING

Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover located on battery harness. This prevents metal from touching the positive terminal, which could cause sparks. Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position. RED (Positive) cable must go to the ( + ) terminal. BLACK (Negative) cable must go to the ( - ) terminal.

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