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3. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 UNCRATE MOWER
Remove the packing crate. Take out the spare parts, operator's manual, etc. Remove the bolts and screws which
are used for assembling the machine.
3.2 SERVICE BATTERY.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead compounds, chemicals known to cause
cancer and reproductive harm.
The machine is shipped with a filled lead acid battery without protection.
3.2.1 Unhook seat latch and tilt seat to gain access to the battery.
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.
3.2.2 Check the voltage of the battery with a digital voltmeter. Locate the voltage 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
12.6Volts or greater.
IMPORTANT : Make sure the negative & positive battery cables are connected correctly 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.
Voltage Reading Percent Charge Maximum Charger Settings Charging Interval
12.6 or greater 100% 16Volts / 7amps No charging required
12.4-12.6 75%-100% 16Volts / 7amps 30 Minutes
12.2-12.4 50%-75% 16Volts / 7amps 1 Hour
12.0-12.2 25%-50% 14.4Volts / 4 amps 2 Hours
11.7-12.0 0-25% 14.4Volts / 4 amps 3 Hours
11.7 or less 0% 14.4Volts / 2 amps 6 Hours or more