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WARNING
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Failure to
use this starting
pro¬
cedure could cause sparking,
and
the gas in either battery could ex¬
plode.
BATTERY MAINTENANCE
1. Check periodically (every two weeks or befoi e and
after charging) to be sure electrolyte level is, ibove
the lowest line on battery. Add only distilled water
or a good quality drinking water. NEVER add ad¬
ditional acid or other chemicals to battery alter in¬
itial activation.
2. The battery should be checked with a hydro neter
after every 25 hours of operation. If the specific
gravity is less than 1.225, remove batter/ and
recharge.
3. Coat the terminals and exposed wiring with a thin
coat of grease or petroleum jelly for longer s arvice
and protection against electrolyte corrosion.
4. The battery should be kept clean. Any deposits of
acid should be neutralized with soda and water.
Be careful not to get this solution in the colls.
BATTERY STORAGE
1. Charge battery using normal methods. N EVER
store discharged battery as it will not recover.
2. When storing battery for extended periods, discon¬
nect battery cables. Removing battery from unit is
recommended.
3. Store in cold, dry place.
4. Recharge battery whenever the specific gr£ vity is
less than 1.225, before returning to service, or
every two months, whichever occurs first.
COMMON CAUSES FOR BATTERY FAILURE! ARE:
1. Overcharging
2. Undercharging
3. Lack of water
4. Loose hold downs and/or corroded conne ctions
5. Excessive loads
6. Battery electrolyte substitutes
7. Freezing of electrolyte
NOTE
THESE FAILURES DO NOT CON
STITUTE WARRANTY.
INSTALLATION OF TIRE TO RIM
WARNING
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The following procedure must be
followed when removing or install¬
ing a tire to the rim.
1. Be sure rim is clean and rust free.
2. Lubricate both the tire and rim generously.
3. Never inflate to over 30 p.s.i. to seat beads. Ex¬
cessive inflation pressure when seating beads may
cause tire/rim assembly to burst with force suffi¬
cient to cause serious injury.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer
than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.
1. Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.
2. Lubricate all lubrication points. Wipe the entire
machine with an oiled rag to protect the surfaces.
3. Refer to the engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions. The engine must be com¬
pletely drained of fuel to prevent gum deposits from
forming on essential carburetor parts, fuel lines
and fuel tanks.
4. Refer to battery storage instructions in previous
column.
5. Store unit in a clean, dry area.
NOTE
When storing any type of power
equipment
in
an
unventilated
or
metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rustproof the equipment.
Using a light oil or silicone, coat the
equipment, especially any chains,
springs, bearings and cables.
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