Simplicity 11HP - Manual (Page 23)

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Figure 19. Battery
A. Positive Battery Terminal
C. Vent Tube
B. Negative Battery Terminal D. Holddown Strap
Figure 20. Removing The Blade
Figure 21 Balancing The Blade
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BATTERY MAINTENANCE
Checking the Battery Fluid
1. Raise the seat deck.
2. Remove battery filler cap. Fluid must be even with split
ring full mark. If not, add distilled water.
3. Reinstall filler cap.
Cleaning the Battery and Cables
1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative
cable first (B, figure 19).
2. Remove the battery clamp, then remove the battery.
3. Scrub the battery, cables and battery compartment
with baking soda and water.
4. Clean the battery terminals and cable clamps with a
wire brush and battery post terminal cleaner.
5. Reinstall battery and clamp.
6. Connect cables, positive cable first.
7. Coat cable clamps and terminals with grease or
petroleum jelly.
SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES
1. Remove mower from the rider.
2. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents.
If not, sharpen blades as described in following steps.
WARNING
Be careful when handling the battery. Avoid
spilling electrolyte. Keep flames and sparks
away from the battery.
WARNING
When removing or installing battery cables, dis-
connect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect
it LAST. If not done in this order, the positive ter-
minal can be shorted to the frame by a tool.
WARNING
For your personal safety, do not handle the
sharp mower blades with bare hands. Careless
or improper handling of blades may result in
serious injury.
Normal Care