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IMPORTANT:
If removing the battery for any reason,
disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s
terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire.
When re-installing the battery, always connect the
POSITIVE (Red) wire its terminal first, followed by the
NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the wires are
connected to the correct terminals; reversing them
could change the polarity and cause damage to your
engine’s alternating system.
Charging
If the unit has not been put into use for an extended
period of time, charge the battery with an automotive-
type 12-volt charger for a minimum of one hour at six
amps.
WARNING:
Batteries give off an explosive
gas while charging. Charge battery in a well
ventilated area and keep away from an open
flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space
heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas
appliances.
Fuses
Two fuses are installed in your tractor’s wiring harness
to protect the tractor’s electrical system from damage
caused by excessive amperage.
If the electrical system does not function, or your
tractor’s engine will not crank, first check to be certain
that the fuse has not blown.
One can be found under the hood mounted behind the
top of the dash panel on the support bar. The other can
be found under the seat mounted to the inside of the
tractor frame next to the battery tray. Pull the fuse out
and inspect it to determine if it is good or blown.
IMPORTANT:
Always use a fuse with the same
amperage capacity for replacement.
SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in
Section 7:
MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR
on page 17 of this
manual before storing for an extended period.
WARNING:
Drain fuel only into an
approved container outdoors, away from an
open flame. Allow engine to cool. Extinguish
cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of
ignition prior to draining fuel.
Follow the instructions in the
Service, Storage &
Specifications
section of the
Briggs & Stratton
Operator/Owner Manual for proper engine care prior to
storing your tractor.
WARNING:
Never store the machine or
fuel container indoors where there is an open
flame, spark or pilot light such as on water
heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas
appliance.
SECTION 10: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES
The following attachments and accessories are compatible for
Lawn
Tractor Model D609G & G609G
. See the
retailer from which you purchased your tractor, an authorized
MTD
Service Dealer or phone (800) 800-7310 for
information regarding price and availability.
NOTE:
Lawn tractor models D609G and G609G are NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging
attachments (e.g. tiller or plow). Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor’s warranty.
MODEL
DESCRIPTION
OEM-190-116
42-inch Deck Mulch Kit
OEM-190-601
FastAttach™ Twin Bagger Grass Collector
OEM-190-603
FastAttach™ Grille Guard (mounts on front of tractor)
OEM-190-604
FastAttach™ Yard-Mate™ Storage Container/Toolbox (mounts on rear of tractor)
OEM-190-607
FastAttach™ Deluxe Tractor Sunshade
OEM-190-822
FastAttach™ 46-inch Front Dozer Blade
OEM-190-823
FastAttach™ 42-inch Two-stage Snow Thrower
