Sabo 97-14 HS Operator's Manual page 56

Connect and Check Battery
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! The battery produces a
flammable and explosive gas. The battery may
explode:
- Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open
flame away from the top of battery. Battery gas
can explode.
- Never check battery charge by placing a
metal object across the posts. Use a volt-meter
or hydrometer.
- Do not charge a frozen battery; it may
explode. Warm battery to 16° C (60° F)
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! This battery comes
fully charged. If the mower is not used by the Service
Expiration Date indicated on the battery, charge the
battery. (See Charging the Battery in the Service -
Electrical section.)
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! DO NOT attempt to
open, add fluid or service battery. Any attempt
to do so will void warranty and lead to possible
injury.
NOTE: Do not remove the BLACK negative (–)
protective cap at this time.
1. Remove and discard the RED positive (+) protective cap
from the positive (+) battery terminal.
2. Connect RED positive (+) cable (A) to battery with 6mm
hex head bolt and 6 mm flange nut. Tighten securely. Apply
petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent
corrosion. Install the red terminal cover.
ASSEMBLY
3. Remove and discard the BLACK (–) protective cap from
the negative battery terminal.
4. Connect silver braided grounding cable (B) to the
negative (–) terminal (C) with remaining 6 mm hex head
bolt and 6 mm flange nut and tighten securely. Apply
petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent
corrosion.
97 cm (38-Inch) and 107 cm (42-Inch) Mowers
Only
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Never operate the
mower without the discharge chute guard in
place.
Remove and discard the tape holding the discharge guard
up.
Assembly - 52
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B
A