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E. OPERATOR’S SEAT – HINGED SEAT MODELS
1. Fold the hinged seat plate forward and follow
steps 4 through 8 in Section “OPERATOR’S
SEAT, NON-HINGED MODELS” for 8 & 10HP
models. See Figure 8.
FIGURE 8
F. BATTERY
The batteries for the electric start models are
shipped dry. It should be activated and charged
according to the instructions below.
1. BATTERY REMOVAL
(a) Remove battery cover by pulling each side
away from ratchet fasteners. See Figure 9.
FIGURE 9
(b) Remove the hair pin and swivel from the
deck support to allow clearance for battery
removal.
(c) Remove battery from battery compartment.
2. BATTERY ACTIVATION
(a) Place battery in a well ventilated area on a
level surface.
(b) Remove battery cell caps. Fill cells as
required with electrolyte to between minimum
and maximum fill line as viewed from outside
battery case. Filling battery with electrolyte will
bring the battery to 80% charged state.
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 RIDER. DO
NOT use “BOOST” chargers on the battery. DO NOT
OVER FILL!
NOTE:
The recommended level of electrolyte is 3/16”
above cell plates. DO NOT
place anything in battery
other than specified electrolyte.
3. BATTERY CHARGING
(a) With all cell caps removed, connect an
automotive type battery charger to battery
terminals; RED to positive (+) and BLACK to
negative (-) terminal.
(b) Slow charge at 2 to 6 amps for 30 minutes.
(c) After charging, check level of electrolyte, add
electrolyte if necessary, and tighten cell caps.
5/16” PATCH LOCK
SCREWS
ADJUSTING
KNOBS &
SPACERS
FRONT
PULL COVER AWAY FROM
RATCHET FASTENERS ON
BOTH SIDES