MAINTENANCE
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CHARGING THE BATTERIES WITH
OFF--BOARD CHARGER
1. Drive the machine to a flat, dry surface.
NOTE: Make sure the area is well ventilated.
2. Turn the machine power off and set the
parking brake.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or
servicing machine, stop on level
surface, set parking brake, turn off
machine, and remove key.
3. Lift the operator seat to access the batteries.
The support arm automatically engages
when the seat is lifted all the way up.
4. Check the water level in all battery cells. If
the level is low, add just enough distilled
water to cover the plates. DO NOT
OVERFILL. The batteries can overflow
during charging due to expansion.
NOTE: Make sure the battery caps are in place
while charging.
FOR SAFETY: When maintaining or
servicing machine, avoid contact with
battery acid.
5. Plug the charger connector into the machine
connector.
WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen
gas. Explosion or fire can result. Keep
sparks and open flame away. Keep
covers open when charging.