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Charging the Battery
Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling battery.
Charge the battery for 24 hours initially, then monthly
(every 25 starts) or as needed. Always use the
charger in a sheltered area and charge the battery at
room temperature (70_F or 22_C) whenever possible.
1. Connect the charger
to the mower wire
harness located below
the ignition key.
Important: Use only the
charger supplied with
the mower.
2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet.
When the battery no longer holds a charge, recycle or
dispose of the lead-acid battery according to local
codes.
Replacing the Fuse
If the battery does not charge or the engine does not
turn with the electric starter, the fuse may be blown.
Replace it with a 40-amp plug-in type fuse. Refer to
Installing the Fuse on page 6.
Lubricating the Wheel
Gears
1. Remove the wheel bolts on the rear wheels and
remove the rear wheels.
2. Apply a lubricating
oil to the inner and outer
sides of the gear as
shown.
3. Install the rear wheels.
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Replacing the Blade
Important: You will need a torque wrench to
install the blade properly. If you do not have a
torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this
procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline.
If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it
immediately. If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have
it sharpened or replace it.
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can
result in serious personal injury.
Wear gloves when servicing the blade.
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
plug and hook it onto the retaining post. Refer to
Preparing for Maintenance on page 11.
2. Tip the mower onto its side (with the air filter up).
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3. Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady.
4. Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware.
5. Install the new blade and all mounting hardware.
Important: Position the curved ends of the blade to
point toward the mower housing.
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6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to
60 ft-lb (82 N⋅m).
Important: A bolt torqued to 60 ft-lb (82 NVm) is
very tight. While holding the blade with a block of
wood, put your weight behind the ratchet or
wrench and tighten the bolt securely. This bolt is
very difficult to overtighten.
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