Scotts S1642 - Manual (Page 4)

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ASSEMBLY
Assembly
Identify Parts
Connect and Check Battery
NOTE: Do not remove the BLACK negative (–)
protective cap at this time.
1. Remove and discard the RED positive (+) protective cap
from the positive (+) battery terminal.
2. Connect RED positive (+) cable (A) to battery with 6mm
hex head bolt and 6 mm flange nut. Tighten securely. Apply
petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent
corrosion. Install the red terminal cover.
3. Remove and discard the BLACK (–) protective cap from
the negative battery terminal.
4. Connect silver braided grounding cable (B) to the
negative (–) terminal (C) with remaining 6 mm hex head
bolt and 6 mm flange nut and tighten securely. Apply
petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent
corrosion.
42-Inch Mowers Only
• If tractor/mower deck is being set-up for mulching, install
mulch cover kit. (See Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready in
the Operating Mower section.)
• If tractor/mower deck is being set-up for side discharger
or 2-bag bagger DO NOT install mulch cover kit. (See
Using Mower Deck Side Discharge OR Using Mower Deck
with Optional Equipment in the Operating Mower section.)
A Operator’s Manual
B Safety Video
C Bag of Hardware
D Key
Bag of Hardware:
• 2 - M8x16 Bolts - Battery
• 2 - M8x16 Nuts - Battery
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Prevent Battery
Explosions:
- Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame
away from the top of battery. Battery gas can
explode.
- Never check battery charge by placing a metal
object across the posts. Use a volt-meter or
hydrometer.
- Do not charge a frozen battery; it may
explode. Warm battery to 16° C (60° F)
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! This battery comes
fully charged. If the mower is not used by the
Service Expiration Date indicated on the battery,
charge the battery. (See Charging the Battery in the
Service - Electrical section.)
c
CAUTION: Avoid injury! DO NOT attempt to
open, add fluid or service battery. Any attempt
to do so will void warranty and lead to possible
injury.
c
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Never operate the
mower without the discharge chute guard in
place.
B
C A