4. Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion of the
steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel
with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should
remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the
blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end
until the blade is balanced.
CHECK BATTERY
Your tractor has a battery charging system which is
sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of
the battery with an automotive charger will extend its
life.
• Keep battery and terminals clean.
• Keep battery bolts tight.
• Keep small vent holes open.
• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.
WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK may result
in injury and/or damage to unit.
DO NOT allow objects to come into contact
with both terminals at the same time.
WARNING: REVERSE CONNECTIONS may
result in sparks which can cause serious
injury. ALWAYS connect positive (+) lead of
charger to positive (+) terminal, and negative
(–) lead to negative (–) terminal.
ALWAYS connect positive (+) cable FIRST,
and negative (–) cable SECOND.
WARNING: EXPLOSIVE GASES from
battery can cause death or serious injury.
ALWAYS keep open flames, sparks, or
smoking materials away from batteries.
POISONOUS BATTERY FLUID contains
sulfuric acid and its contact with skin, eyes, or
clothing can cause severe chemical burns.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses and protective
gear near battery.
DO NOT TIP any battery beyond a 30˚ angle
in any direction.
ALWAYS keep batteries out of reach of
children.
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.