Scag Power Equipment Magnum III, Руководство оператора

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Section 7
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to instructions on the label attached to the element).
5. Replace the element after six cleanings or after every
500 hours of operation or annually, whichever occurs
first.
7.8 BATTERY
A. Checking Electrolyte Level and Cleaning
Battery
After every 40 hours of operation or weekly, whichever
occurs first, check the electrolyte level in the battery and
clean the battery and connections. Dirt and fluid on the top
of the battery can cause the battery to discharge. Corrosion
of the battery terminals or loose connections will cause
poor battery performance.
WARNING:
Lead-acid batteries produce flammable and
explosive gases. To avoid personal injury when
checking, testing or charging batteries, DO
NOT use smoking materials near batteries,
keep arcs, sparks and flames away from
batteries, provide proper ventilation and wear
safety glasses.
Electric storage battery fluid contains sulfuric
acid which is POISON and can cause SEVERE
CHEMICAL BURNS. Avoid contact of fluid
with eyes, skin, or clothing. Use proper
protective gear when handling batteries. DO
NOT tip any battery beyond 45° angle in any
direction. If fluid contact does occur, follow
first aid suggestions below.
BATTERY ELECTROLYTE FIRST AID
EXTERNAL CONTACT — Flush with water.
EYES — Flush with water for at least 15
minutes and get medical attention immediately.
WARNING:
INTERNAL — Drink large quantities of water.
Follow with Milk Of Magnesia, beaten egg,
or vegetable oil. Get medical attention
immediately. In case of internal contact, DO
NOT give fluids that would induce vomiting.
1. Remove the battery cover by removing the two nuts
under the battery box.
2. Remove the battery cell caps. Visually inspect
electrolyte level in the cells. If electrolyte is
below the bottom of vent well, fill with clean distilled
water to the bottom of vent wells (1/4 to
1/2 inch above the plates). Install the battery cell caps.
-IMPORTANT-
Do not overfill the battery. Electrolyte will over-
flow through the vent tube onto parts of the
machine resulting in severe corrosion.
3. Clean the cable ends and battery posts with steel wool.
Use a solution of baking soda and water to clean the
battery. Do not allow the solution to enter the battery
cells.
4. Tighten the cable connections securely and apply a
light coat of silicone dielectric grease to the terminal
connections to prevent corrosion. Keep cable end
covers in place.
5. Install the battery cover.
B. Charging the Battery
Refer to the battery charger’s manual for specific
instructions.
Under normal conditions the engine’s alternator will have
no problem keeping a charge on the battery. The only
condition in which the battery may cause a problem is when
it has been completely discharged for a long period of time.
Under this condition, the alternator may not be able to
recharge the battery, and a battery charger will be required
for charging the battery.
Before using a battery charger, an attempt should be made