Troy-Bilt 77T Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replace- ment, Tires, Battery

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Maintaining

Your Lawn

Tractor

WARNING

Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire.

Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging. Charge bat- tery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.

Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replace- ment.

Tires

WARNING: Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of tire.

The recommended operating tire pressure is:

•Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires

•Approximately 14 psi for the front tires

IMPORTANT: Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer’s recommended or maximum psi. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly.

Battery

The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot be checked.

•Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive build-up.

•After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals.

•Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the positive terminal to prevent shorting.

IMPORTANT: If removing the battery for any reason, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When re-installing the battery, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals; reversing them could change the polarity and result in damage to your engine’s alternat- ing system.

Charging

If the tractor has not been put into use for an extended period of time, charge the battery with an automotive- type 12-volt charger for a minimum of one hour at six amps.

WARNING: Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging. Charge battery in a well venti- lated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.

Jump Starting

WARNING: When removing or installing the battery, follow these instructions to prevent the screwdriver from shorting against the frame.

IMPORTANT: Never jump your tractor’s dead battery with the battery of a running vehicle.

1.Connect end of one jumper cable to the positive terminal of the good battery, then the other end to the positive terminal of the dead battery.

2.Connect the other jumper cable to the negative terminal of the good battery, then to the frame of the unit with the dead battery.

WARNING: Failure to use this procedure could cause sparking, and the gas in either battery could explode.

Cleaning

Clean the battery by removing it from the tractor and washing with a baking soda and water solution. If neces- sary, scrape the battery terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits. Coat terminals and exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.

Battery Failures

Some common causes for battery failure are:

• incorrect initial activation	• undercharging
• overcharging	• corroded connections
• freezing

These failures are NOT covered by your tractor’s warranty.

Fuse

One 20 AMP fuse is installed in your tractor’s wiring har- ness to protect the tractor’s electrical system from damage caused by excessive amperage.

If the electrical system does not function, or your tractor’s engine will not crank, first check to be certain that the fuse has not blown. It can be found under the hood mounted behind the dash panel on the right side.

WARNING: Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replacement.

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