Gravely ZT XL Owner's/Operator's Manual page 19

4. Tip seat back (see TIPPING SEAT FORWARD on
page 15).
Cleaning Battery and Battery Cables
(Figure 18)
1. Tip seat forward (see TIPPING SEAT FORWARD on
page 15).
2. Disconnect negative (–) cable first, then positive (+)
cable.
3. Clean battery cable ends, negative (–) terminal, and
positive (+) terminal with a wire brush and rinse with a
weak baking soda solution.
4. Connect positive (+) cable first, then negative (–) cable.
5. Apply petroleum jelly or dielectric grease to battery
cable ends and terminals.
6. Tip seat back (see TIPPING SEAT FORWARD on
page 15).
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1. Battery Hold-Down
Bracket
2. Negative (–) Cable
3. Negative (–) Terminal
Charging the Battery
(Figure 18)
WARNING: FROZEN BATTERIES CAN EXPLODE
and result in death or serious injury. DO NOT charge
a frozen battery. Let the battery thaw before
charging.
Follow First Aid directions for contact with battery fluid.
• External Contact: Flush with water.
• Eyes: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes and get
medical attention immediately!
• Internal Contact: Drink large quantities of water. Follow
with Milk of Magnesia, beaten egg or vegetable oil. Get
medical attention immediately!
• In case of internal contact, DO NOT induce vomiting!
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4. Battery
5. Positive (+) Terminal
6. Positive (+) cable
Figure 18
IMPORTANT: DO NOT fast charge. Charging at a higher
rate will damage or destroy battery.
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS follow information provided on
battery and battery charger. Contact battery and battery
charger manufacturers' for detailed instructions.
1. Remove battery from unit (see Battery Removal and
Installation on page 18).
2. Place battery in a well-ventilated area.
3. Connect positive (+) lead of charger to positive (+)
terminal, and negative (–) lead of charger to negative (–)
terminal.
4. Charge battery according to battery charger and battery
manufacturers' instructions.
5. Install battery on unit (see Battery Removal and
Installation on page 18).
Jump-Starting
Gravely does not recommend jump-starting your unit.
Jump-starting can damage engine and electrical system
components. See your engine manual for more detailed
information.
ADJUSTING STEERING LEVERS
Adjusting Steering Lever Height (Figure 19)
NOTE: Perform steps 1 and 2 for both steering levers.
1. Remove mounting hardware and move handlebar up or
down until the steering levers are at the appropriate
height.
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2. Install mounting hardware.
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