Exmark FMD524 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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3. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 UNCRATE UNIT
3.1.1 Remove tractor and mower deck from crates.
3.2 SERVICE BATTERY:
The machine is shipped with a filled lead-acid battery.
3.2.1 Remove battery cover from machine.
DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Charging the battery may produce explosive gasses
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Battery gasses can explode causing serious injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away from battery.
Ventilate when charging or using battery in an
enclosed space.
Make sure venting path of battery is always open once
battery is filled with acid.
3.2.2 Check the voltage of the battery with a digital voltmeter. Locate the voltage reading
of the battery in the table below and charge the battery for the recommended time
interval to bring the charge up to a full charge of 12.6 volts or greater.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the negative battery cables are disconnected and the
battery charger used for charging the battery has an output of 16 volts and 7
amps or less to avoid damaging the battery (see chart below for recommended
charger settings).
Voltage
Reading
Percent
Charge
Maximum
Charger Settings
Charging Interval
12.6 or greater 100% 16 volts/7 amps No Charging Required
12.4 – 12.6 75 – 100% 16 volts/7 amps 30 Minutes
12.2 – 12.4 50 – 75% 16 volts/7 amps 1 Hour
12.0 – 12.2 25 – 50% 14.4 volts/4 amps 2 Hours
11.7 – 12.0 0 – 25% 14.4 volts/4 amps 3 Hours
11.7 or less 0% 14.4 volts/2 amps 6 Hours or More
CAUTION
POTENTIAL HAZARD
If the ignition is in the “ON” position there is potential
for sparks and engagement of components.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Sparks could cause an explosion or moving parts
could accidentally engage causing personal injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Be sure ignition switch is in the “OFF” position before
charging the battery.
3.2.3 Connect the negative battery cables.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
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