Cub Cadet 769-08448A Lawn Mower User Manual


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Battery Removal
WARNING! 
accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash
hands after handling.
The battery is located beneath the seat frame. To remove the battery:
 Remove the hex washer screw securing the battery hold-
down bracket to the frame. Then flip the battery hold-

Hex Washer Screw
Battery Hold-Down Bracket
Figure 7-1
2. Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the black
negative battery lead to the negative battery post (marked
NEG). Move the cable away from the negative battery post.
 Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the red

4. Carefully lift the battery out of the tractor.
5. Install the battery by repeating the above steps in the
reverse order.
WARNING! Always connect the positive lead to
the battery before connecting the negative lead.
This will prevent sparking or possible injury from an
electrical short caused by contacting the tractor
body with tools being used to connect the cables.
Charging the Battery
Test and, if necessary, recharge the battery after the tractor has
been stored for a period of time.
 
higher across the battery terminals. See Figure 7-2.
Voltmeter
Reading
State of
Charge
Charging
Time
  Full Charge
  
  
  
Figure 7-2
 

Servicing Electrical System

damage caused by excessive amperage. Always use the same
capacity fuse for replacement. If the electrical system does not
function, check for a blown fuse.

electrical system checked by your Cub Cadet Service Dealer.
Relays and Switches
There are several safety switches in the electrical system. If a
function of the safety interlock system described earlier is not
functioning properly, have the electrical system checked by your
Cub Cadet Service Dealer.
Deck Removal
Remove the mower deck from the tractor as follows:
 
the engine, and set the parking brake.
2. Move the deck gauge wheels or rollers to their highest
setting (lowest deck setting).
 
of the engine, using one of the following two methods.
WARNING! The muffler at the rear of the tractor
may be extremely hot, and could cause serious
burns. Use extreme caution when near the muffler.
Allow the muffler to fully cool before removing the

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