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se c t i O n 6 — Ma i n t e n a n c e & ad j u s t M e n t s
General Battery Information
Should battery acid accidentally splatter into
the eyes or onto the skin, 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.
NEVER connect (or disconnect) battery charger
clips to the battery while the charger is turned on, as
it can cause sparks.
Keep all sources of ignition (cigarettes, matches,
lighters) away from the battery. The gas generated
during charging can be combustible.
As a further precaution, only charge the battery
in a well ventilated area.
Always shield eyes and protect skin and clothing
when working near batteries.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and may emit
explosive gases. Use extreme caution when handling
batteries. Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
Battery Maintenance
The battery is filled with battery acid and then sealed at
requires some maintenance to ensure its proper life cycle.
Spray the terminals and exposed wire with a battery
terminal sealer, or coat the terminals with a thin coat of
grease or petroleum jelly, to protect against corrosion.
Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and
free of corrosion.
Avoid tipping. Even a sealed battery will leak electrolyte
when tipped.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and may
emit explosive gases. Use extreme caution when
handling batteries. Keep batteries out of the reach
of children.
Tire Maintenance
Check the tire air pressure after every 50 hours of operation or
weekly. Keep the tires inflated to the recommended pressures.
Improper inflation will shorten the tire service life. See the tire
guidelines:
Do not inflate a tire above the maximum pressure shown
on the sidewall of the tire.
Do not reinflate a tire that has been run flat or seriously
service the tire.
Lubrication
Using a pressure lubricating gun, lubricate the front
castor wheel axles and the front pivot axle with No. 2
lubricating oil.
Using the Deck Wash System
When using the deck wash system,
never engage the deck from any position other than
assistant or engage deck in the presence of any
bystanders.
Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose
connected to a water supply.
Move the tractor to an area within reach of the hose where 2.
the dispersal of wet grass clippings is not objectionable to
stop the engine.
3.
adapter onto the deck wash nozzle at the left end of the
mower deck. Release the lock collar to lock the adapter on
Turn on the water supply.
5.
Turn off the water supply.
7.
the adapter from the nozzle.
Cleaning the Spindle Pulleys
accumulation of grass clippings from around the spindle pulleys
and V-belt. Clean more often when mowing tall, dry grass.