Battery Removal
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
The battery is located on the right/rear of the riding mower beneath the seat box
frame. To remove the battery:
1.
Remove the two hex tapping screws from the battery hold-down bracket
and remove the bracket. Use care to avoid losing the trim strip from the
bottom of the bracket. See Figure 31.
Battery Hold Down Bracket
Hex Cap Screw
2.
Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the black negative battery
lead to the negative battery post (marked NEG). Move the cable away from
the negative battery post.
3.
Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut securing the red positive battery
lead to the positive battery post (marked POS).
4.
Carefully lift the battery out of the riding mower.
5.
Install the battery by repeating the above steps in the reverse order.
Always connect the positive lead to the battery before connecting the
negative lead. This will prevent sparking or possible injury from an
electrical short caused by contacting the riding mower body with tools
being used to connect the cables.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Hex Tap Screw
Sems Nut
Trim Strip
Figure 31
WARNING
Charging the Battery
1.
Test and, if necessary, recharge the battery after the riding mower has been
stored for a period of time.
2.
A voltmeter or load tester should read 12.6 volts (DC) or higher across the
battery terminals. See Figure 32.
Voltmeter
Reading
12 . 7
12 .4
12 .2
12 .0
3.
Charge the battery with a 12-volt battery charger at a MAXIMUM rate of 10
amps.
Servicing Electrical System
A fuse is installed to protect the riding mower's electrical system from damage
caused by excessive amperage. Always use the same capacity fuse for replacement.
If the electrical system does not function, check for a blown fuse.
If you have a recurring problem with blown fuses, call 1-800-659-5917 to schedule
electrical system service from Sears Parts & Repair.
Relays and Switches
There are several safety switches in the electrical system. If a function of the safety
interlock system described earlier is not functioning properly, call 1-800-659-5917
to have the electrical system checked by Sears Parts & Repair.
Using the Deck Wash System
When using the deck wash system, never engage the deck from any
position other than the operator's seat of the riding mower. Do not use an
assistant or engage deck in the presence of any bystanders.
1.
Attach the nozzle adapter to a standard garden hose connected to a water
supply.
2.
Move the riding mower to an area within reach of the hose where the
dispersal of wet grass clippings is not objectionable to you. Disengage the
PTO, engage the parking brake, and stop the engine.
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State of
Charging
Charge
Time
100%
Full Charge
75%
90 Min .
50%
180 Min .
25%
280 Min .
Figure 32
WARNING