Assembly Instructions; To 3.12 Assembly - Exmark FMD524 Operator's Manual

3. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

3.1 UNCRATE UNIT
3.1.1 Remove tractor and mower deck from crates.
3.2 SERVICE BATTERY:
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash
The machine is shipped with a filled lead-acid battery.
3.2.1 Remove battery cover from machine.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ Charging the battery may produce explosive gasses
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Battery gasses can explode causing serious injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away from battery.
♦ Ventilate when charging or using battery in an
enclosed space.
♦ Make sure venting path of battery is always open once
battery is filled with acid.
3.2.2 Check the voltage of the battery with a digital voltmeter. Locate the voltage reading
of the battery in the table below and charge the battery for the recommended time
interval to bring the charge up to a full charge of 12.6 volts or greater.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the negative battery cables are disconnected and the
battery charger used for charging the battery has an output of 16 volts and 7
amps or less to avoid damaging the battery (see chart below for recommended
charger settings).
Voltage
Reading
12.6 or greater
12.4 – 12.6
12.2 – 12.4
12.0 – 12.2
11.7 – 12.0
11.7 or less
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ If the ignition is in the "ON" position there is potential
for sparks and engagement of components.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Sparks could cause an explosion or moving parts
could accidentally engage causing personal injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Be sure ignition switch is in the "OFF" position before
charging the battery.
3.2.3 Connect the negative battery cables.
DANGER
Percent Maximum
Charge Charger Settings
100% 16 volts/7 amps
75 – 100% 16 volts/7 amps
50 – 75% 16 volts/7 amps
25 – 50% 14.4 volts/4 amps
0 – 25% 14.4 volts/4 amps
0% 14.4 volts/2 amps
CAUTION
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Charging Interval
No Charging Required
30 Minutes
1 Hour
2 Hours
3 Hours
6 Hours or More