Adjusting The Belt; Battery Cleaning - Cushman 622020-L Owner's Manual

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Adjusting The Belt

Loosen the starter/generator pivot bolt. While holding the lower adjusting nut with a wrench, loosen the upper jam nut
with another wrench. Move the lower nut up or down the adjustment bolt until proper belt tension is achieved. Hold
the lower nut in place and tighten the upper jam nut against it.
Tighten the starter/generator pivot bolt.
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BATTERY CLEANING

To reduce the possibility of damage to vehicle or floor, neutralize acid before rinsing battery.
To reduce the possibility of damage to electrical components while cleaning, do not use a pressure washer.
Cleaning should take place per the Periodic Service Schedule (Ref. Periodic Service Schedule)
When cleaning the outside of the battery and terminals, first spray with a solution of sodium bicarbonate (baking
soda) and water to neutralize any acid deposits before rinsing with clear water.
Use of a water hose without first neutralizing any acid, will move acid from the top of the battery to another area of
the vehicle or storage facility where it will attack the metal structure or the concrete/asphalt floor. Additionally, a resi-
due will be left on the battery which is conductive and will contribute to the discharge of the battery.
To reduce the possibility of battery explosion that could result in severe injury or death, do not
use metallic spray wand to clean battery and keep all smoking materials, open flame or sparks
away from the battery.
The correct cleaning technique is to spray the top and sides of the battery with a solution of sodium bicarbonate
(baking soda) and water. This solution is best applied with a plastic spray bottle.
The solution should consist of 2 teaspoons (10 ml) of sodium bicar-
bonate (baking soda) and 1 quart (1 liter) clear water as shown. In
addition to the battery, special attention should be paid to metal com-
ponents adjacent to the battery which should also be sprayed with
the sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) solution.
Allow the solution to sit for at least three minutes; use a soft bristle
brush or cloth to wipe the tops of the battery to remove any residue
that could contribute to the self discharge of the battery. Rinse the
entire area with low pressure clear water. Do not use a pressure
washer.
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1 quart
(1 liter)
Clear Water
2 Teaspoons
(10 ml)
Sodium
Bicarbonate
(Baking Soda)
Plastic
Spray
Bottle