Exmark Turf ranger Operator's Manual page 17

3.2.3 Connect the negative battery cables.
NOTE: If the positive cable is also disconnected, connect the positive (red)
cable to the positive terminal on the battery first, then connect the negative
(black) cable to the negative terminal on the battery. Reinstall insulator boots.
Reinstall battery cover.
NOTE: If time does not permit charging the battery, or if charging equipment
is not available, connect the negative battery cables and run the vehicle
continuously for 20 to 30 minutes to sufficiently charge the battery.
PART NO. 1-513747
For Serial Nos. 251,999 and lower.
Machine is shipped with a dry battery.
3.2.4 Remove battery cover from machine. Disconnect the battery cables (negative
(black) cable first) and lift the battery out.
3.2.5 Place battery on a level surface and remove vent caps.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid, which is
poisonous and can cause severe burns
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Swallowing electrolyte can be fatal or if it touches skin
can cause severe burns.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Wear safety glasses to shield eyes, and rubber gloves
to protect skin and clothing when handling electrolyte.
Do not swallow electrolyte.
Fill the battery where clean water is available for
flushing skin.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Charging the battery may produce explosive gasses
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Battery gasses can explode causing serious injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away from battery.
Ventilate when charging or using battery in an
enclosed space.
Make sure venting path of battery is always open once
battery is filled with acid.
3.2.6 Fill cells with battery grade sulfuric acid (1.265 specific gravity). Fill until halfway
between top of separators and bottom of vent well.
LOCATION: Battery Cover
DANGER
DANGER
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