Use and Care Manual

9
ASSEMBLY
Connecting Battery Cables
WARNING
Always connect the positive lead to the battery before connecting the
negative lead. This will prevent sparking or possible injury from an
electrical short caused by contacting the tractor body with tools being
used to connect the cables.
For shipping reasons the factory may leave both battery cables disconnected from
the terminals. To connect the battery cables, proceed as follows:
1. If present, remove
the plastic cover from
the positive battery
terminal. Attach the
red connector to
the positive battery
terminal (+) using the
bolt (a) and hex nut (b).
See Figure 12.
2. If present, remove
the plastic cover from
the negative battery
terminal and attach
the black cable to
the negative battery
terminal (–) with the bolt (a) and hex nut (b). See Figure 12.
3. Position the red rubber boot (c) over the positive battery terminal to help
protect it from corrosion. See Figure 12.
Note: If the battery is put into service after date shown on top/side of battery,
charge the battery as instructed in the Product Care section, prior to operating.
Battery Maintenance
• The battery is filled with battery acid and then sealed at the factory.
However, even a “maintenance free” battery requires some maintenance to
ensure its proper life cycle.
• Spray the terminals and exposed wire with a battery terminal sealer, or coat
the terminals with a thin coat of grease or petroleum jelly, to protect against
corrosion.
• Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosion.
• Avoid tipping. Even a sealed battery will leak electrolyte when tipped.
Battery Storage
• When storing the tractor for extended periods, disconnect the negative
battery cable. It is not necessary to remove the battery.
• All batteries discharge during storage. Keep the exterior of the battery clean,
especially the top. A dirty battery will discharge more rapidly.
• The battery must be stored with a full charge. A discharged battery can
freeze sooner than a charged battery. A fully charged battery will store
longer in cold temperatures than hot.
• Recharge the battery before returning to service. Although the tractor may
start, the engine charging system may not fully recharge the battery.
Battery Removal
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
The battery is located beneath the seat frame. To remove the battery:
1. Remove the hex
washer screw (a)
securing the battery
hold-down bracket
(b) to the frame.
Then flip the battery
hold-down bracket
(b) up to free the
battery. See Figure
13.
2. Remove the hex cap
screw and sems nut
securing the black
negative battery
lead to the negative
battery post (marked
NEG). Move the cable
away from the negative battery post.
3. Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the red positive battery
lead to the positive battery post (marked POS).
4. Carefully lift the battery out of the tractor.
5. Install the battery by repeating the above steps in the reverse order.
Charging the Battery
Test and, if necessary,
recharge the battery
after the tractor has
been stored for a period
of time.
• A voltmeter
or load tester
should read
12.6 volts (DC)
or higher across
the battery
terminals. See Figure 14.
• Charge the battery with a
12-volt battery charger at a
MAXIMUM rate of 10 amps.
Adjusting the Seat
Knob Adjust
1. Remove the knobs (a).
2. Slide the seat up or down
into the desired position.
3. Replace the knobs into one
of the four hole settings
and tighten securely. See
Figure 15.
Lever Adjust
1. Push left and hold the seat
adjustment lever to adjust
the seat position.
2. Slide seat forward or
rearward to desired
position.
3. Release the adjustment
lever. Ensure seat is locked
into position before
operation. See Figure 16.
(a)
(a)
Figure 15
Figure 16
(b)
(b)
(a)
(a)
(c)
Figure 12
(a)
(b)
Figure 13
Voltmeter
Reading
State of
Charge
Charging
Time
12.7 100% Full Charge
12.4 75% 90 Min.
12.2 50% 180 Min.
12.0 25% 280 Min.
Figure 14