WARNING
If the mower blade does not come to a complete stop within
5 seconds, do not operate the machine. Contact your dealer
for assistance.
Clean the Battery and Cables
WARNING
When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect the
negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If not done in
this order, the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame
by a tool.
1. Carefully pull each side of the battery cover (A, Figure 26)
away from the ratchet fasteners (B) and remove the
cover.
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2. Remove the hardware (C, Figure 27) securing the battery
hold-down bracket (D), and remove the bracket.
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C
D
3. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative (-) cable
first.
4. Remove the battery from the battery compartment.
5. Clean the battery compartment with a solution of baking
soda and water.
6. Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire
brush and battery terminal cleaner until shiny.
7. Install the battery in the battery compartment as removed
in Step 4.
8. Install the battery hold-down bracket as removed in Step
2.
9. Attach the battery cables, positive (+) cable first.
10. Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petroleum
jelly or non-conducting grease.
11. Install the battery cover as removed in Step 1.
Charge the Battery
WARNING
Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery; the
gasses coming from it are highly explosive. Ventilate the
battery well during charging.
A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine can be the
result of a defect in the charging system or other electrical
component. If there is any doubt about the cause of the
problem, see your dealer. If you need to replace the battery,
see Clean the Battery and Cables.
To charge the battery, follow the instructions provided by the
battery charger manufacturer as well as all warnings included
in the safety rules sections of this book. Charge the battery
until fully charged. Do not charge at a rate higher than 10
amps.
Mower Deck Adjustments
The following mower deck and component adjustments
and repairs can be made by the owner. However, if there
is difficulty in achieving these adjustments and repairs, it is
recommended that these repairs be made by an authorized
dealer.
Mower Deck Adjustment (Side-To-Side Levelness)
Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire
pressure. Front tires 15 PSI, rear tires 12 PSI. If tires are
properly inflated and mowing is still uneven, adjust side-to-
side deck levelness.
1. Place the Rider on a smooth level surface.
2. Turn the engine off and remove the key.
3. Remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and
secure the wire away from the plug.
4. Place a piece of angle iron, pipe, or similar object under
the rear center of the deck.
5. Remove the rear hanger chains (A, Figure 29) and allow
the rear center of the deck to rest on the angle iron.
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