Simplicity ZT2148T - Manual (Page 21)

Regular Maintenance
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Oil:
• control handle pivots
• floor plate hinge
• discharge chute hinge
Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where
contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease
off belts and pulleys. Remember to wipe fittings and
surfaces clean both before and after lubrication.
LUBRICATION
Lubricate the unit at the following lubrication points.
Grease:
• front caster wheel axles
• deck lift pivots
• deck lift foot pedal
• mower deck idler arm
Use grease fittings when present. Disassemble parts to
apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are
not installed.
Not all greases are compatible. Ferris Red Grease (part
#22285) is recommended, automotive-type high-temper-
ature, lithium grease may be used when this is not avail-
able.
BATTERY MAINTENANCE
Checking the Battery Fluid
1. Raise the seat plate to access battery.
2. Remove the battery filler cap(s) (A, Figure 12). Fluid
must be even with the split ring full mark. If not, add
distilled water.
3. Reinstall the filler cap(s).
Cleaning the Battery and Cables
1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative
cable first (C, Figure 12).
2. Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a
wire brush until shiny.
3. Reinstall the battery and reattach the battery cables,
positive cable first (see B, Figure 12)
4. Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petro-
leum jelly or non-conducting grease.
Figure 12. Battery Compartment
A. Vent Cap(s)
B. Positive (+) Cable & Terminal
C. Negative (-) Cable & Terminal
WARNING
Be careful when handling the battery. Avoid
spilling electrolyte. Keep flames and sparks away
from the battery.
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.
B
C
A