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DeckWash System
TM
A hex bolt and washer can be found on your tractor's deck surface.
See Figure 6-2.
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Deck Wash Plug
Figure 6=2
This bolt and washer can be replaced
with a water port to be
used as part of a separately-available
deck wash system.
The Deck Wash System
TM
is used to rinse grass clippings
from the
deck's underside
and prevent
the buildup
of corrosive
chemicals.
NOTE: Refer to the Attachments
& Accessories section
of this
manual for information
regarding
this and other separately-
available
attachments
and accessories for your tractor.
The battery
is sealed and is maintenance-free.
Acid levels cannot
be checked.
Always keep the battery
cables and terminals
clean and
free of corrosive
build-up.
After cleaning
the battery
and terminals,
apply a light coat
of petroleum
jelly or grease to both terminals.
Always keep the rubber
boot positioned
over the positive
terminal
to prevent
shorting.
IMPORTANT:
If removing
the battery
for any reason,
disconnect
the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it's terminal
first,
followed
by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When re-installing
the
battery,
always connect
the POSITIVE (Red) wire its terminal
first, followed
by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the
wires are connected
to the correct
terminals;
reversing
them
could change the polarity
and result in damage
to your engine's
alternating
system.
Charging
IMPORTANT:
When charging
your tractor's
battery,
use only a
charger designed
for 12V lead-acid
batteries.
Read your battery
charger's
Owner's
Manual prior to charging
your tractor's
battery.
Always follow
its instructions
and heed its warnings.
If your tractor
has not been put into use for an extended
period
of time, charge the battery
as follows:
Set your battery
charger to deliver
a maximum
of I0
amperes.
If your battery
charger is automatic,
charge
the battery
until the charger indicates
that charging
is
complete.
NOTE: If the charger is not automatic,
charge for no fewer than
eight hours.
WARNING!
Batteries
give off an explosive
gas
while charging.
Charge battery
in a well ventilated
area and keep away from an open flame or pilot
light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace,
clothes dryer or other gas appliances.
Jump Starting
WARNING!When
removing
or installing
the
battery, follow
these instructions
to prevent the
screwdriver
from shorting
against
the frame.
IMPORTANT:
Never jump your tractor's
dead battery
with the
battery
of a running
vehicle.
1.
Connect
end of one jumper
cable to the positive terminal
of the good battery,
then the other end to the positive
terminal
of the dead battery.
2.
Connect
the other jumper
cable to the negative
terminal
of the good battery,
then to the frame of the unit with the
dead battery.
3.
Start the tractor
as instructed
in the Operation
section.
WARNING!
Failure to use this procedure
could
cause sparking,
and the gas in either
battery
could
explode.
Cleaning Battery
Clean the battery
by removing
it from the tractor
and washing
with a baking
soda and water solution.
If necessary, scrape the
battery
terminals
with a wire brush to remove deposits.
Coat
terminals
and exposed
wiring
with grease or petroleum
jelly to
prevent
corrosion.
Battery Failures
Some common
causes for battery
failure are:
Incorrect
initial activation
Overcharging
Freezing
Undercharging
Corroded
connections
These failures are NOT covered by your tractor's
warranty.
SECTION 6 --
MAINTENANCE
& ADJUSTMENTS
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