Product Manual

WARNING
Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery.
• Be careful when handling the battery.
• Avoid spilling electrolyte.
• Keep flames and sparks away from the battery.
• When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect
the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If not
done in this order, the positive terminal can be shorted to
the frame by a tool.
Cleaning the Battery and Cables
1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative [-] cable
first (A, Figure 57).
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2. Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire brush
until shiny.
3. Reinstall the battery and reattach the battery cables, positive
[+] cable first (B).
4. Coat the cable ends and the battery terminals with petroleum
jelly or non-conducting grease.
Battery Charging
A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may be the
result of a defect in the charging system or other electrical
component. If there is any doubt about the cause of the problem,
see your dealer. If you need to replace the battery, follow the
steps under Cleaning the Battery & Cables in the Regular
Maintenance Section.
To charge the battery, follow the instructions provided by the
battery charger manufacturer as well as all warnings included in
the safety rules sections of this book. Charge the battery until
fully charged (until the specific gravity of the electrolyte is 1.250
or higher and the electrolyte temperature is at least 60° F). Do
not charge at a rate higher than 10 amps
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Charts
Troubleshooting the Rider
RemedyCauseProblem
Engage parking brake.Parking brake not
engaged.
Engine will not turn over
or start.
Place in OFF position.PTO (electric clutch)
switch in ON position.
Move ground speed
control levers to the
"NEUTRAL" position.
Ground speed control
levers not in "NEUTRAL"
position.
If engine is hot, allow it to
cool, then refill the fuel
tank.
Out of fuel.
Move choke control to the
closed position.
Engine flooded.
Replace fuse.Fuse blown.
Clean the battery
terminals.
Battery terminals require
cleaning.
Recharge or replace.Battery discharged or
dead.
Visually check wiring and
replace broken or frayed
wires. Tighten loose
connections.
Wiring loose or broken.
Repair or replace. See
authorized dealer.
Solenoid or starter motor
faulty.
Replace as needed. See
authorized dealer.
Safety interlock switch
faulty.
Clean and gap, or
replace. See engine
operator's manual.
Spark plug(s) faulty,
fouled, or incorrectly
gapped.
Drain fuel and replace
with fresh fuel.
Water in fuel.
Drain fuel and replace
with fresh fuel.
Gas is old or stale.
Clean air filter. Check
choke adjustment.
Fuel mixture too rich.Engine starts hard or runs
poorly.
Clean and gap, or
replace. See engine
operator's manual.
Spark plug(s) faulty,
fouled, or incorrectly
gapped.
Check and add oil as
required.
Low oil level.Engine knocks.
See engine operator's
manual.
Using wrong grade oil.
Clean engine fins, blower
screen, and air cleaner.
Engine running too hot.Excessive oil
consumption.
See engine operator's
manual.
Using wrong weight oil.
Drain excess oil.Too much oil in
crankcase.
Replace air filter. See
engine operator's manual.
Dirty air filter.Engine exhaust is black.
Open choke control.Engine choke is in closed
position.
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