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UNPACKING
TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CRATE
1. Remove all screws from the top of the crat( using
a 1/4" hex head socket or a flat blade screwdriver.
2. To remove ends, grasp top board on the er d, and
pull towards you in a downward motion.
3. Set panel aside to avoid tire punctures.
4. Repeat procedure for each side of the crat€.
5. Remove and discard plastic bag which covers
unit.
6. Loose parts (may include the owner's guide,
steering wheel, battery fluid, chute deflector, etc.)
are on the seat or in a box and wrapped in plastic.
Carefully cut and
remove the plastic wrap.
Remove loose parts from the seat.
7. Remove the deck from beneath the tractor. Make
certain parking brake is released and unit is in
neutral. See the controls section of this manual for
location of the parking brake release and the shift
lever. Push unit off of the skid.
8. Remove page four from this manual and lay out
the contents of the hardware pack according to
the illustration for identification.
ASSEMEiLY INSTRUCTIONS
BATTERY INFORMATION
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A. Battery acid must be handled with great ;are as
contact with it can burn and blister the si in. It is
also advisable to wear protective clothing (c oggles,
rubber gloves and apron) when working wit i it.*
B. Should battery acid accidentally splatter nto the
eyes or onto the face, rinse the affectE d area
immediately with clean cold water. If then is any
further discomfort, seek prompt medical attantion.
C. If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it win clean
water, then neutralize with a solution of anmonia/
water or baking soda/water.
D. Since battery acid is corrosive, do not pour it into
any
sink
or drain.
Before
discarding
empty
electrolyte
containers,
rinse
them
vith
a
neutralizing solution.
E. NEVER connect or disconnect charger clip 5 to bat¬
tery while charger is turned on as it ca t cause
sparks.
F. Keep all lighted materials (cigarettes, matches,
lighters) away from the battery as the hydrogen gas
generated during charging can be combus' ible.
G. As a further precaution, only charge the battery in
a well-ventilated area.
*Always shield eyes, protect skin and ■ Nothing
when working near batteries.
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DANGER
Battery contains sulfuric acid. Refer to warning
above.
Antidote: EXTERNAL—Flush with water.
INTERNAL—Drink large quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten eggs or vege¬
table oil. Call physician immediately. EYES: Flush
with cool water for at least 15 minutes, then get
prompt medical attention.
Since batteries produce explosive gases, keep
all
lighted
materials
(cigarettes,
lighters,
matches, etc.) away.
Be sure to charge battery
only in well-ventilated areas. Make certain venting
path of battery (drain tube) is always open.
KEEP BATTERIES
OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN!
IMPORTANT: After assembly, service engine
with gasoline, and check oil level as instructed
in the separate engine manual packed with
your unit.
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the
unit is observed from the driver's seat, facing
forward.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1) 1/4" socket wrench or flat blade screwdriver
(1) 1/2" wrench or socket wrench*
(1) 9/16" wrench or socket wrench
(2) 7/16" wrenches or socket wrenches
(1) Pair of pliers
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