Snapper SPX2042 Operation Manual - Page 20

Battery Maintenance WARNING  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. WARNING Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds - chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. ( ) (3x) DOCONVOETRREMOVE WARNING ( +) (2x) A DO NOT CREOVMEORVE WARNING Disconnect the Battery 1. Disconnect the NEGATIVE (black) cables first. 2. Disconnect the POSITIVE (red) cables last. Remove and Install the Battery Remove and Install the battery as shown in Figure 8. tion Connect the Battery 1. Connect the POSITIVE (red) cables first. 2. Connect the NEGATIVE (black) cables last. for uc Cleaning the Battery and Cables t d 1. Clean the battery platform with a solution of baking soda and water. o o 2. Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire r brush and battery terminal cleaner until shiny. N p 3. Coat the assembled terminals with petroleum jelly or Re non-conducting grease. B Charging the Battery Figure 8 WARNING  Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery; the gasses coming from it are highly explosive. Ventilate the battery well during 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, see the Cleaning the Battery and Cables section. To charge the battery, follow the instructions provided by the battery charger manufacturer as well as all warnings included in the Operator Safety section of this manual. Charge the battery until fully charged. Do not charge at a rate higher than 10 amps. 20