Battery Terminals - Craftsman 247.20400 series Operator's Manual

Battery Removal
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
The battery is located beneath the seat frame. To remove the battery:
1. Remove the hex washer screw securing the battery hold-down bracket to
the frame. Then flip the battery hold-down bracket up to free the battery.
See Figure 22.
Battery Hold-Down Bracket
2. Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the black negative battery
lead to the negative battery post (marked NEG). Move the cable away from
the negative battery post.
3. Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the red positive battery lead to the
positive battery post (marked POS).
4. Carefully lift the battery out of the riding mower.
5. Install the battery by repeating the above steps in the reverse order.
Always connect the positive lead to the battery before connecting the
negative lead. This will prevent sparking or possible injury from an
electrical short caused by contacting the riding mower body with tools
being used to connect the cables.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
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Hex Washer Screw
Figure 22
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Charging the Battery
Test and, if necessary, recharge the battery after the riding mower has been stored
for a period of time.
• A voltmeter or load tester should read 12.6 volts (DC) or higher across the
battery terminals. See Figure 23.
Voltmeter
Reading
12.7
12.4
12.2
12.0
• Charge the battery with a 12-volt battery charger at a MAXIMUM rate of 10
amps.
Servicing Electrical System
A fuse is installed to protect the riding mower's electrical system from damage
caused by excessive amperage. Always use the same capacity fuse for replacement.
If the electrical system does not function, check for a blown fuse.
If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, have the riding mower's electrical
system checked by a Sears or other qualified service dealer.
Relays and Switches
There are several safety switches in the electrical system. If a function of the safety
interlock system described earlier is not functioning properly, have the electrical
system checked by a Sears or other qualified service dealer.
Deck Removal
Remove the mower deck from the riding mower as follows:
1. Move the riding mower to a level surface, disengage the PTO, stop the
engine, and set the parking brake.
2. Move the deck gauge wheels or rollers to their highest setting (lowest deck
setting).
3. Remove the 'V' belt from the PTO pulley, located on the bottom of the engine, using
one of the following two methods.
The muffler at the rear of the riding mower may be extremely hot, and
could cause serious burns. Use extreme caution when near the muffler.
Allow the muffler to fully cool before removing the belt from the PTO
pulley.
22
State of Charging
Charge Time
100% Full Charge
75% 90 Min.
50% 180 Min.
25% 280 Min.
Figure 23
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