Battery Information - MTD 147-842-000 Owner's Manual

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Steering
Bellow
Steering
Wheel
FIGURE 4.—Models 843, 853 and 863
Hex Lock Nut
FIGURE 5.
BATTERY INFORMATION
AC WARNING
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A. Battery acid must be handled with great care as
contact with it can burn and blister the skin. It is also
advisable to wear protective clothing (goggles, rub¬
ber gloves and apron) when working with
it.*
B. Should battery acid accidentally splatter ir to the
eyes or onto the face, rinse the affected area im¬
mediately with clean cold water. If there is any fur¬
ther discomfort, seek prompt medical attention.
C. If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean
water, then neutralize with a solution
of
am¬
monia/water or baking soda/water.
2.
Models 843, 853 and 863 only:
Attach one end of the plastic steering bellow to the
_steering wheel as shown in figure 4.
3. Position the front wheels of the tractor so they are
pointing straight forward.
4. Place the steering wheel (and steering bellow on
models 843, 853 and 863) over the steering shaft
extending through the dash, positioning steering
wheel as desired.
5. Place the washer with the cupped side down over
the steering column. Secure with 5/16" hex lock
— nut. See figure 5.
6. Place the steering wheel cap over the center of the
steering wheel and seat it with your hand.
D. Since battery acid is corrosive, do not pour it into
any sink or drain. Before discarding empty elec¬
trolyte containers, rinse them with a neutralizing
solution.
E. NEVER connect or disconnect charger clips to bat¬
tery while charger is turned on as it can cause
sparks.
F. Keep all lighted materials (cigarettes, matches,
lighters) away from the battery as the hydrogen gas
generated during charging can be combustible.
G. As a further precaution, only charge the battery in
a well-ventilated area.
*Always shield eyes, protect skin and clothing
when working near batteries.
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