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General Warning
SAFETY
DANGER
• Gasoline – Flammable! Explosive! Do not smoke. Keep sparks and flames away from the vehicle and
service area. Service only in a well-ventilated area.
• Do not operate gasoline vehicle in an enclosed area without proper ventilation. The engine produces
carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, deadly poison.
WARNING
• Follow the procedures exactly as stated in this manual, and heed all DANGER, WARNING, and
CAUTION statements in this manual as well as those on the vehicle.
• Only trained technicians should service or repair the vehicle. Anyone doing even simple repairs or
service should have knowledge and experience in electrical and mechanical repair. The appropriate
instructions must be used when performing maintenance, service, or accessory installation.
• Prior to servicing the vehicle or leaving the vehicle unattended, turn the key switch OFF, remove
the key, and place the Forward/Reverse handle in the NEUTRAL position. Chock the wheels when
servicing the vehicle.
Gasoline vehicles only:
• To avoid unintentionally starting a gasoline vehicle, disconnect the battery and spark plug wire. See
Disconnecting the Battery – Gasoline Vehicles on page 1-3.
• Frame ground – Do not allow tools or other metal objects to contact frame when disconnecting battery
cables or other electrical wiring. Do not allow a positive wire to touch the vehicle frame, engine, or
any other metal component.
Electric vehicles only:
• Place Tow/Run switch in the TOW position before disconnecting or connecting the batteries. Failure to
heed this warning could result in a battery explosion or severe personal injury.
• To avoid unintentionally starting an electric vehicle, disconnect the batteries and discharge the
controller. See Disconnecting the Batteries – Electric Vehicles on page 1-4.
• After disconnecting the batteries, wait 90 seconds for the controller capacitors to discharge.
• IQ Plus vehicles only: Use only 4-gauge (AWG) with low resistance terminals to replace battery wires.
All vehicles:
• Wear safety glasses or approved eye protection when servicing the vehicle. Wear a full face shield and
rubber gloves when working on or near batteries.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry such as rings, watches, chains, etc., when servicing the vehicle.
• Moving parts! Do not attempt to service the vehicle while it is running.
• Ensure battery connections are clean and properly tightened. See Battery Care on page 25-3.
• Hot! Do not attempt to service hot engine or exhaust system. Failure to heed this warning could
result in severe burns.
• Use insulated tools when working near batteries or electrical connections. Use extreme caution to
avoid shorting of components or wiring.
• Check the vehicle owner’s manual for proper location of all vehicle safety and operation decals and
make sure they are in place and are easy to read.
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2007-2009 Turf 252, Carryall 252 and XRT 900 Maintenance and Service Manual
