Exmark Turf Tracer HP Operator's Manual page 18

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3.2 Service Battery
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
The machine is shipped with a filled lead acid battery.
:
3.2.1 Remove battery cover from the machine.
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.
3.2.2 Check the voltage of the battery with a digital voltmeter. Locate the voltage
reading of the battery in the table below and charge the battery for the
recommended time interval to bring the charge up to a full charge of 12.6 volts or
greater.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the negative battery cables are disconnected and the
battery charger used for charging the battery has an output of 16 volts and 7
amps or less to avoid damaging the battery (see chart below for recommended
charger settings).
Voltage
Reading
12.6 or greater 100%
12.4 – 12.6 75 – 100%
12.2 – 12.4 50 – 75%
12.0 – 12.2 25 – 50%
11.7 – 12.0 0 – 25%
11.7 or less 0%
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ If the ignition is in the "ON" position there is potential
for sparks and engagement of components.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Sparks could cause an explosion or moving parts
could accidentally engage causing personal injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Be sure ignition switch is in the "OFF" position before
charging the battery.
3.2.3 Connect the negative battery cables.
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DANGER
Percent Maximum
Charge Charger Settings
16 volts/7 amps
16 volts/7 amps
16 volts/7 amps
14.4 volts/4 amps
14.4 volts/4 amps
14.4 volts/2 amps
CAUTION
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Charging Interval
No Charging Required
30 Minutes
1 Hour
2 Hours
3 Hours
6 Hours or More