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Figure 13. Battery
A. Positive Battery Terminal
C. Battery Cap
B. Negative Battery Terminal D. Battery Clamp
Normal Care
TRANSAXLE - HYDRO MODELS
The hydro transaxle is a sealed unit. The transaxle is
filled with oil and does not require any further lubrication
unless a service overhaul is performed
BATTERY MAINTENANCE
Checking the Battery Fluid
1. Raise the seat by tilting it forward to gain access to
the battery.
2. Remove battery filler cap (C, figure 13). Fluid must be
even with split ring full mark. If not, add distilled water.
3. Reinstall filler cap.
Cleaning the Battery and Cables
1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative
cable first (B, figure 13).
WARNING
Be careful when handling the battery. Avoid
spilling electrolyte. Keep flames and sparks
away from the battery.
WARNING
When removing or installing battery cables, dis-
connect 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.
2. Remove the battery clamp (D, figure 13), then
remove the battery.
3. Scrub the battery, cables and battery compartment
with baking soda and water.
4. Clean the battery terminals and cable clamps with a
wire brush and battery post terminal cleaner.
5. Reinstall battery and clamp.
6. Connect cables, positive cable first. Position positive
cable over seat switch harness to prevent harness
from becoming pinched in seat pivot.
7. Coat cable clamps and terminals with grease or
petroleum jelly.
C
D
A
B
