2. Swing the lever into the switch channel and lever
retainer (Figure 8).
Figure 8
3. Ensure that the lever snaps snugly into place in both the
switch channel and lever retainer (Figure 9).
If they do
not, your mower will not start!
Figure 9
4. Installing the Fuse
Your mower comes with a 40-amp fuse that protects the
electric starter.
Important:
You cannot start the mower with the
electric starter or charge the battery unless you install
the fuse.
1. Remove the 2 screws that fasten the battery cover to
the rear of the mower (Figure 10).
Figure 10
2. Remove the battery cover and the foam.
3. Install the fuse in the fuse holder (Figure 11).
Figure 11
4. Insert the foam and install the battery cover with the 2
screws that you removed in Step 1.
Note:
Remove the temporary decal from the battery
cover.
5. Charging the Battery
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Charge the battery for 24 hours initially, then monthly
(every 25 starts) or as needed. Always use the charger in a
sheltered area and charge the battery at room temperature
(70
°
F or 22
°
C) whenever possible.
1. Connect the charger to the mower wire harness located
below the ignition key (Figure 12).
Important:
Use only the charger supplied with
the mower.
Figure 12
2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet.
When the battery no longer holds a charge, recycle or
dispose of the lead-acid battery according to local codes.
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