Simplicity 1695796, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Battery and Cables
1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cables
first ( A , Figure 8) then the cover and positive cables
( B ).
2. Loosen the wingnut and washer ( D ).
3. Pivot the hold-down rod ( C ) up and away from battery.
Secure to steering tower.
4. Remove the battery ( E ).
5. Clean the battery compartment with a solution of bak-
ing soda and water.
6. Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire
brush and battery terminal cleaner until shiny.
7. Reinstall the battery ( E ) in the battery compartment.
Secure with the battery hold-down rod ( C ) and wingnut
and washer ( D ).
8. Re-attach the battery cables, positive cables and cover
first ( B ) then the negative cables ( A ).
9. Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petro-
leum jelly or non-conducting grease.
WARNING
When removing or installing battery cables,
disconnect the negative cable FIRST and
reconnect it LAST. If not done in this order,
the positive terminal can be shorted to the
frame by a tool.
Battery Maintenance
Battery Charging
WARNING
Keep open flames and sparks away from
the battery; the gasses coming from it are
highly explosive. Ventilate the battery well
during charging.
A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may be
the result of a defect in the charging system or other elec-
trical component. If there is any doubt about the cause of
the problem, see your dealer. If you need to replace the
battery, see the
Cleaning the Battery and Cables
sec-
tion.
To charge the battery, follow the instructions provided by
the battery charger manufacturer as well as all warnings
included in the
Operator Safety section of this manual.
Charge the battery until fully charged. Do not charge at a
rate higher than 10 amps.
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Seat Adjustment
Pitch Adjustment
The pitch of the seat can be adjusted to one of three posi-
tions. To adjust, remove the carriage bolts, spacers, wash-
ers, and nuts (
B , Figure 9) from the hinge and reinstall them
in the desired holes.
Seat Slide Adjustment
The seat can also be adjusted forward and back. Move the
lever (
A , Figure 9), position the seat as desired, and release
the lever to lock the seat into position.
Seat Spring Adjustment
The seat springs ( C , Figure 9) can be adjusted to provide a
softer or firmer ride. Tilt the seat forward and slide the
spring assembly forward for a softer ride, and back for a
firmer ride.
Manual Lift Assist Adjustment
Models with large, left-side lift lever. If the manual lift does
not function properly, see your dealer.