DANGER
Charging or jump starting the battery may produce
explosive gases. Battery gases can explode causing
serious injury.
•
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.
•
Always shield eyes and face from battery.
DANGER
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid, which is
poisonous and can cause severe burns. Swallowing
electrolyte can be fatal or if it touches skin can
cause severe burns.
•
Wear safety glasses to shield eyes, and rubber
gloves to protect skin and clothing when
handling electrolyte.
•
Do Not swallow electrolyte.
•
In the event of an accident, flush with water and
call a doctor immediately.
1. 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
cable is 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 for recommended charger
settings).
Voltage
Reading
Percent
Charge
Maximum
Charger
Settings
Charging
Interval
12.6 or
greater
100%
16 volts/7
amps
No Charging
Required
12.4 – 12.6
75–100%
16 volts/7
amps
30 Minutes
12.2 – 12.4
50–75%
16 volts/7
amps
1 Hour
12.0–12.2
25–50%
14.4 volts/4
amps
2 Hours
Voltage
Reading
Percent
Charge
Maximum
Charger
Settings
Charging
Interval
11.7–12.0
0–25%
14.4 volts/4
amps
3 Hours
11.7 or less
0%
14.4 volts/2
amps
6 Hours or
More
CAUTION
If the ignition is in the “ON” position there
is potential for sparks and engagement of
components. Sparks could cause an explosion or
moving parts could accidentally engage causing
personal injury.
Be sure ignition switch is in the “OFF” position
before charging the battery.
2. Connect the negative battery cable.
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.
Servicing the Engine
The engine is shipped with oil; check oil level and if
necessary fill to the appropriate level. Exmark 4-Cycle
Premium Engine Oil is recommended; refer to the
Engine Owner's manual for an appropriate API rating
and viscosity.
Removing Cylinder Stop
The tines must be in the raised position before removing
the cylinder stop. Running the engine will charge the
hydraulic system and raise the tines.
1. Add a small amount of fuel to the fuel tank. See
Fuel
Recommendations
in the Specifications section of
the Operator’s manual.
2. Open the fuel shut-off valve by aligning it with the
fuel line.
3. Leave the motion control levers in neutral and
engage the parking brake.
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