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Battery fluid should be inspected
every 6
month
, and distilled water should be added
to bring the level up to the required amount
when necessary.
Inspecting the Battery
6-5
Battery
: Please refer to the battery manual.
Caution
: Open flames are prohibited when inspecting or charging the battery. Battery
fluid is a dilute sulfuric acid and should not come into contact with the
human body or the body of the mower. If battery fluid should spill on your
skin or the mower, rinse immediately with water. If battery fluid comes into
contact with the eyes or is swallowed, immediate medical attention is
required.
When removing the battery cables, remove the minus cable first. When
reconnecting the cables, attach the plus cable first. Removing or connecting
the cables in reverse order may result in a short and sparks.
When connecting the battery cables, do not reverse the plus and minus
cables. Reversing the cable may damage the battery and the electric
equipment connected to the battery.
Danger
•
If grease leaks from the attaching portions of
the joint or the boot bands, replace the boot,
o-rings, or other parts as necessary.
•
Use brand-new boot bands when you
replace the boot since the boot bands
cannot be reused.
NTN Constant-Velocity Joints
6-6
: Do not mix the grease for NTN constant-velocity joint with other types of
grease.
Caution
Hydraulic pump
Engine
Boots
Boots band
• Maintenance should be performed only after becoming familiar with the procedure
to be performed.
• Maintenance should only be performed in a level, dry, and clean location.
• Do not attempt to perform maintenance or add oil while the machine is in
operation.
• Keep hands and feet away from drive and other moving parts. When
performing maintenance on drive or other moving parts, be careful not to
get your hands or feet caught.
• Disengage all drive parts and operate all controls to release the pressure
on them.
• All parts should be in good condition and be installed properly.
• Perform maintenance after lowering the mower.
• When performing maintenance with the mower in the raised position, make sure
that they are safely and firmly supported.
• Damaged parts should be repaired immediately.
• Worn out parts should be replaced.
• Do not modify the machine. For your safety, replace parts only with manufacturer-
recommended genuine parts for maintenance.
• Remove trash, grease, and oil.
• Always remove the minus cable from the battery before performing maintenance on
the electrical system.
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Maintenance procedures
Caution
7-1
• High-pressure oil may cause serious injury if sprayed on the skin.
• Release the pressure before removing high-pressure line hoses or couplings.
• Check that all couplings are tightened before operating the machine.
• Use a small piece of cardboard when inspecting for leaks. See a physician
within 2 to 3 hours in the event that high-pressure oil is sprayed on the skin.
7. Maintenance Cautions
:
Preventing injuries from high-pressure oil
Warning
7-2
: When raising the machine perform maintenance, ensure that it is
stable and has the proper support.
Caution