Battery - Ariens Grand Sierra 931038 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Front PTO Belts
CAUTION
Idler spring is under tension, grasp spring hook firmly
by handle when releasing tension.
NOTE: Replace Front PTO Belts as a set. A spring hook
is needed to release Idler Spring Tension.
To replace Front PTO Belts, insert spring hook through
access hole. Hook spring. Pull toward access hole and
turn spring away from anchor rivet. Release Idler Spring
tension carefully and remove belts.
Reverse above procedure to install new set of belts.
B
ATTERY
When Charging battery remove it from the unit first.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK may result in injury
and/or damage to unit.
DO NOT allow objects to come into contact
with both terminals at the same time.
REVERSE CONNECTIONS may result in sparks
which can cause death or serious injury. ALWAYS
connect positive (+) lead of charger to positive (+)
terminal, and negative (–) lead to negative (–) terminal.
ALWAYS connect positive (+) cable FIRST, and
negative (–) cable SECOND.
WARNING
EXPLOSIVE GASES from battery can
cause death or serious injury. ALWAYS
keep open flames, sparks, or smoking
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materials away from batteries.
POISONOUS BATTERY FLUID contains
sulfuric acid and its contact with skin, eyes
or clothing can cause severe chemical
burns. ALWAYS wear safety glasses and
protective gear near battery.
DO NOT TIP any battery beyond 45° angle
in any direction.
ALWAYS KEEP BATTERIES OUT OF
REACH of children.
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
GB - 14
Battery Electrolyte First Aid
Follow First Aid directions for contact with battery fluid.
• External Contact: Flush with water.
• Eyes: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes and get
medical attention immediately!
• Internal Contact: Drink large quantities of water. Follow
with Milk of Magnesia, beaten egg or vegetable oil.
Get medical attention immediately!
IMPORTANT: In case of internal contact, DO NOT
induce vomiting!
Cleaning Terminals
Keep battery and its terminals clean. Inspect monthly to
maintain best performance.
Remove corrosion from battery terminals and cable
connections with a wire brush, then wash with a weak
baking soda solution.
After cleaning, apply a thin coat of grease or petroleum
jelly to terminals and cable ends to retard corrosion.
Electrolyte Level
Every 25 hours or each week check electrolyte level of
each cell by removing caps one at a time. The electrolyte
level should be at level indicator. Use distilled water to fill
each cell if needed.
IMPORTANT: When distilled water is added to battery
during freezing weather, it must be charged to mix water
with electrolyte or water will remain at top and freeze.
Charging
ALWAYS follow information provided on battery by
battery manufacturer. Contact battery manufacturer for
extensive instructions to charge battery.
Place unit on a level surface, shut off engine and open
battery compartment to gain access to battery.
1. Disconnect negative (–) cable first, then positive (+)
cable.
2. Loosen strap and remove battery.
3. Place Battery on bench or other well ventilated place
where electrolyte spill will not create damage.
4. Remove caps and fill each cell to level indicated with
electrolyte at 1.230± specific gravity and 80°F
(27°C).
5. Let battery stand for one half hour.
6. Check electrolyte level and add more if necessary.
7. Connect positive (+) lead of charger to positive (+)
terminal, and negative (–) lead to negative (–)
terminal.
8. Charge the battery at two and a half amps for ten
hours or until all cells are gassing freely and the
specific gravity is constant over three 30 minute
intervals.
9. Immediately after charging, check electrolyte level.
If low, add distilled water to bring cell up to required
level.
10. Replace caps finger tight, wash off and dry battery.
11. Reinstall battery into unit and connect positive (+)
cable first, then negative (–) cable.
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