Negative (–)
Terminal
Positive (+)
Terminal
Battery Rod and
Wing Nut
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5. Remove wing nut from the Battery Rod and
remove the rod.
6. Disconnect the negative (–) cable first.
7. Disconnect the positive cable (+) second.
8. Lift the battery out of the unit and place battery on
a bench or other well ventilated area where an
acid spill will not create damage.
9. When service is finished, reinstall battery into unit
and connect positive (+) cable first, then negative
(–) cable.
10. Reinstall front panel, making sure tabs fit
securely into slots in frame. Secure with
hardware.
11. Reinstall the Lift Lever Access plate and the knob
on the Parking Brake Lever.
CHECK BELTS
• Check belts for deterioration or wear and replace
if necessary. Replace belts to accommodate belt
stretch and wear in the traction drive or mower
drive. Refer to Service and Adjustments for
procedures.
CLEAN TRANSAXLE
• Keep transaxles free from buildup of dirt and
chaff which can restrict cooling.
LUBRICATION
• Apply Stens Hi-Temp Grease or equivalent to the
lube fittings on idler pivots.
• Grease the fittings on the front wheel spindles,
the idler arms, and the steering controls every 50
hours of operation.