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Battery maintenance
Your MEAN GREEN mower is powered by 1 or 2 Lithium-ion batteries (LEMs) which, when maintained
properly, will provide years of useful life.
For proper care, adhere to the instructions on pages 43-53.
WARNING: Charge only with a MEAN GREEN mower approved charger
. Do not use battery
chargers other than those recommended by MGE MEAN GREEN.
Incorrect battery charging will void
warranty
and can lead to equipment damage, fire, serious injury or death.
•
Always charge batteries after each use
, regardless of how little used. Once charging is complete,
charger can be disconnected. Charger may not turn back on once charging is complete.
NOTE: Unplug
charger from outlet and then from mower charging port!
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Check that battery cables are securely tightened to batteries
each time you service the battery.
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Keep grass, dirt and debris from collecting
near battery terminals.
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Batteries are not to remain in a discharged state or damage to the batteries will occur
.
Immediately charge at least 15 minutes after a complete discharge of battery pack.
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Charge batteries indoor in a well-ventilated and dry location
away from sparks or flames. Never
expose charger to rain, vapor or liquid (dry location use only).
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Charge only genuine Lithium-ion batteries
(LEMs) provided with the MEAN GREEN mower.
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Do not touch un-insulated portion of charger
(terminal pins) of output connector (if applicable on
model).
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Do not use with defective cords and wires
. Replace defective cords and wires immediately.
6. Battery charging procedure
LEM48140 lithium-ion pack of batteries – approximate weight of 52kg
WARNING: Batteries should not be removed from unit unless repair is needed. Use EXTREME
CAUTION when lifting batteries out of mower unit. Serious injury to operator and/or damage on
battery could occur if battery Is mishandled or dropped!!
WARNING: Do not use an extension cord to charge mower!
If an extension cord must be used, it
must have a minimum of 2.6mm diameter and of 5.3sq.mm section (10 AWG-American Wire Gauge
Standards for copper wires) wires and be of the shortest length possible (between 3 and 8 meters long).
Never leave any cords coiled as excessive heat can build up and melt insulation of extension cord wires!
Model of charger include: LEMC3548 (Standard Charger)
See separate guidelines for each below!
The charger will charge from a Standard plug 220V outlet at 25 amps-48volts. This will be drawing around
13 amps from the 220V wall outlet.
NOTE: It is recommended to have a dedicated circuit for charging!!
DO NOT USE extension cords with chargers (see above note)!!
