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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR
WARNING
The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas.
Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when
charging battery or when handling electrolyte or
battery. Electrolyte (acid) is a highly corrosive liquid.
Wear eye protection. Wash affected areas immediately
after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte (acid).
Battery acid is corrosive. Rinse empty acid containers
with water and mutilate before discarding. If acid is
spilled on battery, bench, or clothing, etc., Flush with
clear water and neutralize with baking soda. DO NOT
attempt to charge battery while installed on the
machine. DO NOT use “BOOST” chargers on the
battery.
4.4.5. BATTERY
TESTING
The charge condition of a battery can be estimated
by using a voltmeter. The voltage readings indicate
the state of charge. Record the voltage at the
battery terminals. Use the “BATTERY CONDITION
CHART” below to determine the state of charge.
Slow charge the battery as required to bring to full
charge.
4.4.6. NEW BATTERY PREPARATION
Snapper, through your local authorized Snapper
dealer, provides replacement battery kits. The kit
includes a battery, hardware, harness, electrolyte and
instructions. The electrolyte (acid) is a very dangerous,
corrosive and poisonous liquid. Follow very carefully all
instructions and warnings provided with the kit. Contact
your Snapper dealer for assistance.
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed on the
machine. DO NOT use “BOOST” chargers on the
battery. DO NOT OVERFILL!
WARNING
Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover
located on battery harness. This prevents metal from
touching the positive terminal which could cause
sparks.
4.4.7. BATTERY TESTING
Battery Condition Chart
State of Charge
Digital Voltmeter
100% Charged w/ Sulfate Stop
12.80v
100% Charged
12.60v
75% Charged
12.40v
50% Charged
12.10v
25% Charged
11.90v
0% Charged
Less than 11.80v
