Snapper WM301021BE, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance,
service or repairs with the engine running. Stop
engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove
key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and
secure away from plug. Engine and components are
HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool
before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent
must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage. DO
NOT attempt to service or charge the battery while it
is installed on the machine.
4.6 BATTERY
4.6.1. BATTERY REMOVAL
1. Carefully pull each side of battery cover away
from ratchet fasteners and remove cover. See
Figure 4.16.
FIGURE 4.16
2. Slide battery from battery box to gain access to
terminal cables.
3. Observe and note cable positions on battery.
See Figure 4.17.
4.
Disconnect cables from battery terminals,
disconnecting BLACK (Negative) cable first. Retain
mounting bolts and nuts.
FIGURE 4.17
WARNING
Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the
proper position as show in Figure 4.17. DO NOT
attempt to charge battery while installed on the Rear
Engine Rider. DO NOT use “BOOST” chargers on
the battery.
4.6.2. BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Slide battery partially into battery housing.
2. Connect positive (+) cable (red) first, from wiring
harness to the positive terminal (+) on battery using
bolt and nut provided in hardware bag. Connect
negative (-) cable (black) last, to negative terminal (-)
on battery using bolt and nut. Apply a small amount of
grease over terminals to prevent corrosion.
3. Insert battery completely into battery housing.
4. Reinstall positive terminal cover.
5. Reinstall battery cover. See Figure 4.16.
BATTERY COVER
RATCHET
FASTENERS
RED
POSITIVE (+)
CABLE
BLACK
NEGATIVE (-)
CABLE
POSITIVE
TERMINAL
INSULATOR
INSTALL BATTERY POSITIVE
(+) END FIRST INTO BATTERY
COMPARTMENT IN DIRECTION
OF ARROW AS SHOWN