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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Blade Maintenance
Stop engine and remove ignition key for safety. Disconnect spark plug wire. Wear heavy,
thick gloves when holding onto blade. Avoid the sharp edge of the blade.
For best results, mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damage blades.
¾Safely raise front of mower. SEE WARNING
¾Hold or block blade from turning.
¾Loosen blade nut and remove blade.
¾Replace blade, (SEE SPECIFICATIONS).
WARNING
When it is necessary to raise
the mower for any repair or
service, use jackstands to
provide adequate support.
DO NOT rely on hydraulic or
mechanical jacks
Battery
The battery contains sulfuric acid
and electrolytes which are
poisonous and corrosive.
¾The battery is a maintenance-free battery and the fluid level cannot be checked.
¾Charge battery if needed.
WARNING
To clean battery and terminals
¾Remove terminal guard.
¾Disconnect the BLACK battery cable first, then the RED battery cable and remove
the battery.
¾Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.
¾Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until shiny.
¾Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly
¾Reinstall battery
¾Reconnect the battery cables
CAUTION