Check Tire Pressure
Clean Battery and Cables
Tire pressure should be checked (Figure 13) periodically,
and maintained at the pressures listed on the Specifica-
tions page. The pressures shown provide proper traction,
improve cut quality, and extend tire life.
Note:These
pressures may differ slightly from the "Max
Inflation" stamped on the side-wall of the tires.
'=]WARNING Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds -
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable
first (A, Figure 14).
2. Remove the battery.
3. Clean the battery, battery terminals, and battery com-
partment using a brush with a solution of baking soda
and water.
4. Rinse with clean water.
5. Reinstall the battery.
6. Reattach the battery cables: first attach the positive
cable (B), then attach the negative cable (A).
7. Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petro-
leum jelly or non-conducting
grease.
FIGURE 13
Check Mower Blade Stopping
Time
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WARNING If blade does not
to
come
a
complete
stop in 3 seconds or less, the blade brake must be
adjusted. DO NOT operate machine until proper
adjustment has been performed by an authorized
service dealer.
Check the blade brake for proper function. The blade
should stop rotating in 3 seconds or less after moving the
blade control lever to the OFF position or after releasing
the blade pedals.
FIGURE 14
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