Bolens 131-730A - Manual (Page 5)

NOTE
This unit is shipped WITHOUT GAS­
OLINE or OIL After assembly, see
operating section of this manual for
proper fuel and engine oil recom­
mendations.
ASSEMBLY
The Garden Tractor is packed and shipped in one
container and is fully assembled except for the
steering wheel, seat and battery.
BATTERY INFORMATION
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A.
B.
C.
D.
Battery acid must be handled with great care
as it will blister the skin and damage clothing.
It is advisable to wear goggles, rubber gloves,
and a protective apron when working with it.
If for any reason acid should be spattered in
the eyes, wash it out immediately with clean
cold water. Seek medical aid if discomfort con­
tinues.
If acid gets on clothes, dilute it with clean
water first, then.neutralize with dilute ammonia
water or a water solution of baking soda.
Since battery acid is corrosive to metals, do
not pour into any sink or drain. Rinse empty
electrolyte containers and mutilate before
discarding.
DANGER
BATTERIES CONTAIN SULFURIC
ACID AND MAY CONTAIN EXPLO­
SIVE GASES (when electrolyte has
been added)
E. Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes away.
F. Hydrogen gas is generated during charging and
discharging.
G. Ventilate when charging or using in enclosed
space.
H. When using a charger—to avoid sparks,
NEVER connect or disconnect charger clips to
battery while charger is turned on.
I. Always shield eyes, protect skin and clothing
when working near batteries.
ACTIVATING THE BATTERY
NOTE
If your battery is activated (elec­
trolyte in the battery) and installed
in the tractor go directly to step 9.
Place the battery to be filled on a workbench.
Never activate a battery in the unit.
Remove the fill caps from all cells.
Fill each cell carefully using 1.265 specific
gravity electrolyte. Fill each cell to the top of
the separators. Do not overfill.
Let the battery sit for 20 minutes for the
chemical reaction to take place.
5. Charge the battery at a MAXIMUM RATE OF 5
AMPS, until the specific gravity reads 1.265.
Use a hydrometer to check the specific gravi-
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CAUTION
An excessive rate of charge will
damage the battery.
6. Check the level of electrolyte. Adjust level to
bottom of split ring if necessary with elec­
trolyte.
7. Replace fill caps.
8. Once the battery has been activated never add
anything except distilled water or a good
grade of drinking water.
9. If your battery has been installed in your unit
at the factory:
A. Use a hydrometer to check the specific
gravity. The specific gravity should be
1.265 at 80° F.
B. If it is less, remove the fill caps and use a
battery charger to bring the specific gravi­
ty up to 1.265. NEVER CHARGE AT MORE
THAN 5 AMPS.
C. Replace the fill caps.
D. The positive cable has been attached to
the positive terminal of the battery at the
factory. You only have to attach the
negative cable (grounded) to the negative
(Neg, N or -) terminal of the battery with a
hex head bolt, lock washer and nut.
INSTALLING THE BATTERY
NOTE
The positive battery terminal is
marked Pos. (-i-). The negative bat­
tery terminal is marked Neg. (-).