Check Battery - Ariens 915013-1742 EZR Owner's/Operator's Manual

1. The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a
grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while
on the mower.
2. Sharpen both ends of blade at original angle,
removing equal amounts of material from each
end to maintain proper blade balance. DO NOT
grind around corner at tips of blade. When blade
becomes less than 2" (5.1 cm) wide, replace
blade with Ariens replacement blade only.
3. To check blade balance, use a steel bolt or pin.
Blade
Bolt or Pin
4. Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion of the
steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel
with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should
remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the
blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end
until the blade is balanced.

CHECK BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is
sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of
the battery with an automotive charger will extend its
life.
• Keep battery and terminals clean.
• Keep battery bolts tight.
• Keep small vent holes open.
• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.
NOTE: The charging system has a port for a trickle
charger on the wiring harness to the right of the starter
solenoid in the engine compartment. Follow the
charger manufacturer's recommended instructions for
using this port.
WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK may result
in injury and/or damage to unit.
DO NOT allow objects to come into contact
with both terminals at the same time.
WARNING: REVERSE CONNECTIONS may
result in sparks which can cause serious
injury. ALWAYS connect positive (+) lead of
charger to positive (+) terminal, and negative
(–) lead to negative (–) terminal.
ALWAYS connect positive (+) cable FIRST,
and negative (–) cable SECOND.
WARNING: EXPLOSIVE GASES from
battery can cause death or serious injury.
ALWAYS keep open flames, sparks, or
smoking materials away from batteries.
POISONOUS BATTERY FLUID contains
sulfuric acid and its contact with skin, eyes, or
clothing can cause severe chemical burns.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses and protective
gear near battery.
DO NOT TIP any battery beyond a 30˚ angle
in any direction.
ALWAYS keep batteries out of reach of
children.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of
OE0500
California to cause cancer and reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
Battery Electrolyte First Aid
Follow First Aid directions for any contact with battery
fluid.
• External Contact: Flush with water.
• Contact with Eyes: Flush with water for at least
15 minutes and get medical attention
immediately!
• Internal Contact: If swallowed, drink large
quantities of water. Follow with Milk of Magnesia,
beaten egg or vegetable oil.
Get medical attention immediately!
IMPORTANT: In case of internal contact, DO NOT
induce vomiting.
CLEAN BATTERY
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can
cause the battery to "leak" power.
• Remove battery. (See Battery Removal and
Installation)
• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.
• Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire
brush until bright.
• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.
• Reinstall battery.
Battery Removal and Installation
Remove battery before service.
To remove the battery from the unit:
1. Tip seat forward.
2. Put deck in lowest position.
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