Craftsman 247.28902 - Manual (Page 23)

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning Battery
Clean the battery by removing it from the tractor and washing with
a baking soda and water solution. If necessary, scrape the battery
terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits. Coat terminals and
exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.
Battery Failures
Some common causes for battery failure are:
Incorrect initial activation
Overcharging
Freezing
Undercharging
Corroded connections
These failures are NOT covered by your tractor’s warranty.
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly. Do
NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine
or on any other part of the machine.
IMPORTANT: The use of a pressure washer to clean your tractor is
NOT recommended. It may cause damage to electrical components,
spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine.
A screw plug can be found on your tractor's deck surface as seen in
Fig. 14. This plug can be replaced with a water port to be used as part
of a separately-available deck wash system.
The Deck Wash System™ is used to rinse grass clippings from the
deck’s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals.
NOTE: A deck wash system can be purchased through the retail
location in which you purchased this tractor. For more information.
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