Basic Engine Maintenance - Gravely Promaster 260Z Service Manual

Battery Removal and Installation
Remove
1. Place hood in full service position (see Service
Positions on page 16).
2. Disconnect negative (-) cable first, then positive (+)
cable (Figure 8).
3. Remove battery hold-down bracket and battery
from unit.
Install
1. Install battery on unit with battery hold-down
bracket.
2. Connect positive (+) cable first, then negative (-)
cable.
3. Coat terminals with dielectric grease or petroleum
jelly.
4. Close hood.
Cleaning the Battery
1. Disconnect negative (-) cable first, then positive (+)
cable.
2. Clean battery cable ends and terminals with wire
brush. Rinse with a weak baking soda solution.
3. Connect positive (+) cable first, then negative (-)
cable.
4. Coat terminals with dielectric grease or petroleum
jelly.
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1. Battery
2. Negative (-) Terminal
3. Negative(-) Cable
Figure 8
Charging the Battery
WARNING: FROZEN BATTERIES CAN
EXPLODE and result in death or serious
injury. DO NOT charge a frozen battery. Let
battery thaw before charging.
Follow First Aid directions for contact with battery fluid.
• External Contact: Flush with water.
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4. Positive (+) Terminal
5. Positive (+) Cable
• 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!
IMPORTANT: DO NOT fast charge. Charging at a
higher rate will damage or destroy battery. ALWAYS
follow information provided on battery and battery
charger. Contact battery manufacturer and battery
charger manufacturer for detailed instructions.
1. Remove battery from unit (see Battery Removal
and Installation on page 19).
2. Place battery on bench or other well-ventilated
area.
3. Connect positive (+) lead of charger to positive (+)
terminal, and negative (-) lead to negative (-)
terminal.
4. Charge battery according to the instructions from
battery charger manufacturer and battery
manufacturer.
Storage
The battery is a perishable item and it should be stored
properly to obtain a long, useful life. Batteries not in
use will self discharge.
If the battery will not be used for more than three
months, it should be removed and stored in a cool, dry
place.
Any collection of dirt, grease, or electrolyte should be
removed from the top of the battery.
The battery must be recharged monthly. Before
reinstalling the battery in the spring, it should always be
fully recharged.

BASIC ENGINE MAINTENANCE

See your engine manual and Engine Chapter of this
manual for detailed information on the operation and
maintenance of your engine.
1. Each day before operating, check the level of the
oil in the engine. Never operate the engine when
the oil level is below the add mark.
2. Each day before operating, check the air cleaner
element. Dirt can decrease the flow of air to the
engine.
3. Each day before operating, check the air cooling
system on the engine. Debris can decrease the
flow of air cooling the engine.
4. Follow the maintenance instructions in your engine
manual concerning oil and filter changes.
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