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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 accidently 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 Connecting the negative battery cables:
Note: If the positive cable is also disconnected, connect the positive (red) cable to the positive battery
terminal first, then the negative (black) cable to the negative battery terminal. Slip insulator boot over the
positive terminal.
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.
·Battery contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact and always shield eyes, face, skin, and clothing
from battery. Cigarettes, flames, or sparks could cause battery to explode.
·Do not charge or use booster cables or adjust post connections without proper training.
·If battery acid comes in contact with skin or eyes, flush with water and call a physician
immediately.
·Keep out of reach of children.
3.3 INSTALL DRIVE WHEELS AND CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
a) Check air pressure in drive tires. Proper inflation for tires is12psi (82.8kpa)
b) Check air pressure in front tires. Proper inflation for tires is 25psi (172.5kpa)
3.4 INSTALL SEAT
a) Remove the seat assembly from the crate and four M8
×
25 bolts, four 8mm flat washers, and four 8mm
spring washers from the plastic bag.
b) Install four M8
×
25 bolts through flat washers, spring washers, and into the four holes in the seat bracket
and thread them into the four threaded holes in the bottom of the seat and tighten them.
3.5 INSTALL MOTION CONTROL LEVERS
a) The control levers were dismantled for shipping. Remove the control levers from the crate and four M8