Tools Required For Assembly; Battery Information - MTD 660 Series Owner's Manual

UNPACKING
TO REMOVEUNIT FROMCRATE
1. Remove all screws from the top of the cr4te using
a 1/4" hex head socket or a flat blade scn;wdriver.
2. To remove ends, grasp top board on the _=nd,and
pull towards you in a downward motion.
3. Set panel aside to avoid tire punctures.
4. Repeat procedure for each side of the cr_te.
6. Loose parts (may include the owner's guide,
steering wheel, optional oil drain sleeve, battery
fluid, chute deflector, optional mulching kit, etc.)
are on the seat or in a box wrapped in plastic.
Carefully cut and remove the plastic wrap.
Remove the loose parts.
7. Make certain brake is released. Raise the deck
and push the unit off the skid.
5. Remove and discard plastic bag whicl covers
unit.
ASSEMI3LY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: After assembly, service engine] E.
with gasoline, and check oil level as ins:ructed
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in the separate engine manual packed wi :h your
unit. E
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the
unit is observed from the driver's seat, fa,;ing for-
ward.
TOOLSREQUIRED FORASSEMBLY
(1) 1/4" socket wrench or flat blade screwdriv._r
(1) 1/2" wrench or socket wrench*
(1) 9/16" wrench or socket wrench
(2) 7/16" wrenches or socket wrenches
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NEVER connect or disconnect charger clips to
battery while charger is turned on as it can cause
sparks.
Keep all lighted materials (cigarettes, matches,
lighters) away from the battery as the hydrogen
gas generated during charging can be combusti-
ble.
As a further precaution, only charge the battery in
a well-ventilated area.
*Always shield eyes, protect skin and clothing
when working near batteries.
*If your steering wheel cap is square, you mu_t have a
socket wrench in order to install the steering _zheel.
BATTERY INFORMATION
WARNING
A. Battery acid must be handled with great care as
contact with it can burn and blister the nkin. It is
also advisable to wear protective clothing
(goggles, rubber gloves and apron) wher working
with it.*
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Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the
eyes or onto the face, rinse the affec ed area
immediately with clean cold water. If the'e is any
further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention.
C. If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it wth clean
water, then neutralize with a solution of ammonia/
water or baking soda/water.
D. Since battery acid is corrosive, do not p( ur it into
any sink or drain. Before discarding empt!' electro-
lyte containers, rinse them with a neutrali_ ing solu-
tion.
DANGER
Battery contains sulfuric acid. Refer to warning
at right. Antidote: EXTERNAL--Flush with water.
INTERNAL--Drink large quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten eggs or
vegetable 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 (if equipped) is always
open.
KEEP BATTERIES
OUT OFTHE REACH OF CHILDREN!
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