Operator's Manual

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Figure 26
1. Loosen this capscrew
4. Position a large ratchet in tensioner hole. Rotate
tensioner clockwise until decal is aligned with 15_ on
tensioner tube.
Figure 27
5. Insert capscrew into aligned guide holes and secure
with nut. If holes are not exactly aligned, rotate guide to
the next higher hole until aligned.
6. Tighten capscrew, on back side of frame, to lock
tensioner.
7. Install the belt guard to the blower housing with the
capscrews, washers, and nuts.
Servicing the Battery
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Warning
Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 100 hours.
Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a
paper towel to clean the battery case. If the battery
terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of four
parts water and one part baking soda. Apply a light coating
of grease to the battery terminals to reduce corrosion.
Checking the Electrolyte Level
1. Open covers to see into the cells. The electrolyte must
be up to the lower part of the tube (Fig. 28).
Important Do not allow the electrolyte to get below the
plates. (Fig. 28).
2. If the electrolyte is low, add the required amount of
distilled water; refer to Adding Water to the Battery,
below.
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Figure 28
1. Filler caps
2. Lower part of tube
3. Plates
Adding Water to the Battery
The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just
before you operate the traction unit. This lets the water mix
thoroughly with the electrolyte solution.
1. Clean the top of the battery with a paper towel.
2. Lift off the filler caps (Fig. 28).
3. Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until
the level is up to the lower part of the tube (Fig. 28).