Troy-Bilt 12087 Owner's/Operator's Manual page 16

Assembly
Photo 2-20: Use plastic ties in two
places
to
hold cable
to
handlebars.
WARNING
On electric start tillers, to
avoid electric shock from a
short circuit, never allow
throttle cable to touch the
battery. Route cable below
the battery, on the outside of
the battery holder.
STEP 9: Adjust the Air Pressure
in the Tires
A. For shipping purposes only, the
tires are overinflated.
B. Before using the tiller, check
the air pressure and adjust it to be-
tween 10-to-20 psi (pounds per
square inch). Each tire should be
inflated to the same pressure.
IMPORTANT
If you have a recoil start tiller,
it is now completely assem-
bled. If you have an electric
start tiller, please continue
with the few remaining steps.
ASSEMBLING THE ELECTRIC START SYSTEM
The following steps explain battery activation, battery charging and installation. For your safety, follow
all steps and observe all accompanying safety messages. Section 5 has further general battery maintenance and
recharging instructions you will find helpful.
STEP 1: Activating and
Charging the Battery
IMPORTANT
The battery was shipped
"dry."
It
needs battery elec-
trolyte fluid (battery-grade
sulfuric acid) added to it. It
must then be fully charged
with a battery charger before
being used.
Adding electrolyte fluid to the
battery and battery charging can be
dangerous work. The electrolyte
contains acid that can burn or blind
you. Battery charging also pro-
duces explosive gases.
To ensure that the battery is
properly activated and charged,
you should review these instruc-
tions with your battery technician.
It is strongly recommended
that you have the battery acti-
vated and charged by a trained
professional (Troy-Bilt Dealer,
service station, farm equipment
dealer, etc.) if you are not experi-
enced with these procedures.
DANGER
Battery produces explosive
gases.
• Keep sparks, flames, and
cigarettes away.
• Ventilate area when charg-
ing or using battery in an en-
closed space.
• Make sure venting path of
battery is always open once
battery is filled with acid.
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DANGER
Battery electrolyte fluid is
poisonous and burns severely.
Electrolyte is a sulfuric acid
solution. Avoid spills or con-
tact with skin, eyes, clothing.
• To prevent accidents, wear
protective clothes, rubber
gloves and shield eyes with
safety goggles when working
on or near the battery.
• Neutralize acid spills with a
baking soda and water solu-
tion. Neutralize electrolyte
container with same solution.
Then rinse with clear water.
Antidote: External- Flush with
water; Eyes- Flush with water
for 15 minutes and get imme-
diate medical attention.
Antidote: Internal- Drink large
quantity of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten eggs, or vegetable oil.
Call a doctor immediately.