Maintenance Free Battery

How to Remove the Battery

To charge or clean the battery, remove the battery from the unit as follows.

WARNING: To prevent sparks, disconnect the black battery cable from the negative (-) terminal before you disconnect the red cable.

WARNING: The battery contains sulfuric acid which is harmful to the skin, eyes, and clothing. If the acid gets on the body or clothing, wash with water.

1.Disconnect the black cable from the negative (-) terminal (Figure 27).

2.Disconnect the red cable from the positive (+) terminal.

3.Lift the battery tray and the battery out of the unit.

How to Clean the Battery

1.Remove the battery.

2.Wash the battery with a solution of one gallon of water and four tablespoons of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate). Make sure the solution does not get into the battery cells.

3.Clean the terminals and the ends of the cables with a wire brush.

4.Install the battery.

5.To prevent corrosion, apply grease to the battery terminals.

How to Charge the Battery

WARNING: When you charge the battery, do not smoke. Keep the battery away from any sparks. The fumes from the battery acid can cause an explosion.

1.Before you charge the battery, remove the battery.

2.To charge the battery, use a 12 volt battery charger. Charge at a rate of 6 amperes for 1 hour.

3.Install the battery.

WARNING: To prevent sparks, fasten the red cable to the positive (+) terminal before you connect the black cable.

4.Fasten the red cable and terminal cover (if equipped) to the positive (+) terminal with the fasteners as shown.

5.Fasten the black cable to the negative (-) terminal with the fasteners as shown (Figure 27).

D

E

C

A

B

 

 

F

A

 

H

G

Figure 27: Battery

A - Carriage bolt

B - Hex nut

C - Black cable

D - Positive (+) terminal

E - Red cable

F - Battery

G - Battery tray

H - Terminal cover

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Snapper LT23460AWS specifications How to Remove the Battery, Lift the battery tray and the battery out of the unit

LT23460AWS specifications

The Snapper LT23460AWS is a versatile riding lawn mower designed for homeowners seeking efficiency, comfort, and ease of use in maintaining their lawns. This model comes equipped with several innovative features and technologies that enhance its performance and user experience.

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The Snapper LT23460AWS features a 60-inch cutting deck, which allows for wide coverage in fewer passes, reducing the time spent mowing. This cutting deck is equipped with a robust cutting system, designed to deliver a clean, precise cut, whether tackling tall grass or maintaining a manicured lawn. Additionally, the deck height can be easily adjusted to suit different grass lengths, providing flexibility in lawn care.

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Another notable technology in the Snapper LT23460AWS is the Advanced Air Management System. This technology optimizes airflow within the cutting deck, ensuring even grass distribution and improving overall cut quality. Moreover, the mower includes a mulching capability, allowing homeowners to cut grass into fine pieces that can enrich the lawn when returned to the soil.

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