Bolens 132-698A - Manual (Page 18)

FIGURE 34.
BATTERY REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION
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When removing the battery, follow
this order of disassembly to prevent
the
screwdriver from shorting
against the frame.
Remove the Negative cable.
Remove the Positive cable.
To install a battery:
1. Attach the Positive cable.
2. Attach the Negative cable.
JUMP STARTING
1. Attach the first jumper cable from the Positive
terminal of the good battery to the Positive
terminal of the dead battery.
2. Attach the second jumper cable from the
Negative terminal of the good battery to the
FRAME OF THE UNIT WITH THE DEAD BAT-
TERY.
Failure to use this starting pro­
cedure could cause sparking, and
the gas in either battery could ex­
plode.
BATTERY MAINTENANCE
1. Check periodically (every two weeks or before
and aftef charging) to be sure electrolyte level
is above the lowest line on battery. Add only
distilled water or a good quality drinking
water. NEVER add additional acid or other
chemicals to battery after initial activation.
2. The battery should be checked with a
hydrometer after every 25 hours of operation.
If the specific gravity is less than 1.225,
remove battery and recharge.
3. Coat the terminals and exposed wiring with a
thin coat of grease or petroleum jelly for
longer service and protection against elec­
trolyte corrosion.
4. The battery should be kept clean. Any
deposits of acid should be neutralized with
soda and water. Be careful not to get this solu­
tion in the cells.
BATTERY STORAGE
1. Charge battery using normal methods.
NEVER store discharged battery as it will not
recover.
2. When storing battery for extended periods,
disconnect battery cables. Removing battery
from unit is recommended.
3. Store in cold, dry place.
4. Recharge battery whenever the specific gravi­
ty is less than 1.225, before returning to ser­
vice, or every two months, whichever occurs
first.
COMMON CAUSES FOR BATTERY FAILURE ARE:
1. Overcharging
2. Undercharging
3. Lack of water
4. Loose holds downs and/or corroded connec­
tions
5. Excessive loads
6. Battery electrolyte substitutes
7. Freezing of electrolyte
NOTE
THESE FAILURES DO NOT CON­
STITUTE WARRANTY.
INSTALLATION OF TIRE TO RIM ®
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The following procedure must be
followed when removing or install­
ing a tire to the rim.
1. Lubricate the tire beads and rim flanges.
2. Do not exceed 30 p.s.i. when seating beads.
3. Adjust to recommended pressure after beads
are sealed.
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