Yard Machines 840 Thru 849 Unpacking, Assembling Your Garden Tractor, To Remove Unit from Crate

SECTION 4: UNPACKING

TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CRATE

•Remove all screws from the top of the crate using a 1/4" hex head socket or a flat blade screwdriver.

•To remove ends, grasp top board on the end, and pull towards you in a downward motion.

(A hammer may be helpful).

•Set panel aside to avoid tire punctures.

•Repeat procedure for each side of the crate.

•Remove and discard plastic bag which covers unit.

•Loose parts (may include the operator’s manual, steering wheel, battery fluid, chute deflector, etc.) are on the seat or in a box and wrapped in plastic.

Carefully cut and remove the plastic wrap. Remove loose parts from the seat.

•Remove the deck from beneath the tractor. Make certain parking brake is released and unit is in neutral. See the controls section of this manual for location of the parking brake release and the shift lever. Push unit off of the skid.

•Remove page seven from this manual and lay out the contents of the hardware pack according to the illustration for identification.

SECTION 5: ASSEMBLING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR

IMPORTANT: After assembly, service engine with gasoline, and check oil level as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit.

NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the unit is observed from the driver’s seat, facing forward.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

(1)1/4" socket wrench or flat blade screwdriver

(1)1/2" wrench or socket wrench*

(1)9/16" wrench or socket wrench

(2)7/16" wrenches or socket wrenches

*If your steering wheel cap is square, you must have a socket wrench in order to install the steering wheel.

BATTERY INFORMATION

WARNING

•Battery acid must be handled with great care as contact with it can burn and blister the skin. It is also advisable to wear protective clothing (goggles, rubber gloves and apron) when working with it.

•Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or onto the face, rinse the affected area immediately with clean cold water. If there is any further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention.

•If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean water, then neutralize with a solution of ammonia/ water or baking soda/water.

•Since battery acid is corrosive, do not pour it into any sink or drain. Before discarding empty electrolyte containers, rinse them with a neutralizing solution.

•NEVER connect or disconnect charger clips to battery while charger is turned on as it can cause sparks.

•Keep all lighted materials (cigarettes, matches, lighters) away from the battery as the hydrogen gas generated during charging can be combustible.

•As a further precaution, only charge the battery in a well-ventilated area.

*Always shield eyes, protect skin and clothing when working near batteries.

DANGER

Battery contains sulfuric acid. Refer to warning at right. Antidote: EXTERNAL—Flush with water. INTERNAL—Drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten eggs or vegetable oil. Call physician immediately. EYES: Flush with cool water for at least 15 minutes, then get prompt medical attention.

Since batteries produce explosive gases, keep all lighted materials (cigarettes, lighters, matches, etc.) away. Be sure to charge battery only in well-ventilated areas. Make certain venting path of battery drain tube (if equipped) is always open.

KEEP BATTERIES

OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN!

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