Bolens TMO-33920A - Manual (Page 22)

BATTERY MAINTENANCE
1. Check periodically (every two weeks or before and
after charging) to be sure electrolyte level is above
the lowest line on battery. Add only distilled water
or a good quality drinking water. NEVER add addi­
tional acid or other chemicals to battery after in­
itial activation.
2. The battery should be checked with a hydrometer
after every 25 hours of operation. If the specific
gravity is less than 1.225, remove battery and
recharge.
3. Coat the terminals and exposed wiring with a thin
coat of grease or petroleum jelly for longer service
and protection against electrolyte corrosion.
4. The battery should be kept clean. Any deposits of
acid should be neutralized with soda and water.
Be careful not to get this solution in the cells.
BATTERY STORAGE
1. Charge battery using normal methods. NEVER
store discharged battery as it will not recover.
2. When storing battery for extended periods, discon­
nect battery cables. Removing battery from unit is
recommended.
3. Store in cold, dry place.
4. Recharge battery whenever the specific gravity is
less than 1.225, before returning to service, or
every two months, whichever occurs first.
COMMON CAUSES FOR BATTERY FAILURE ARE:
1. Overcharging
2. Undercharging
3. Lack of water
4. Loose holds downs and/or corroded connections
5. Excessive loads
6. Battery electrolyte substitutes
7. Freezing of electrolyte
INSTALLATION OF TIRE TO RIM
NOTE
THESE FAILURES DO
STITUTE WARRANTY.
AC
WARNING
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3.
The tollowing procedure must be
followed when removing or install­
ing a tire to the rim.
Be sure rim is clean and rust free.
Lubricate both the tire and rim generously.
Never inflate to over 30 p.s.i. to seat beads. Ex­
cessive inflation pressure when seating beads may
cause tire/rim assembly to burst with force suffi­
cient to cause serious injury.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer
than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.
1. Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.
Lubricate all lubrication points. Wipe the entire
machine with an oiled rag to protect the surfaces.
Refer to the engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions. The engine must be com­
pletely drained of fuel to prevent gum deposits from
forming on essential carburetor parts, fuel lines
and fuel tanks.
Refer to battery storage instructions on page 21.
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5. Store unit in a clean, dry area.
NOTE
NOT CON-
When storing any type of power
equipment in an unventilated or
metal storage shed, care should be
taken
to rustproof the equipment.
Using a light oil or silicone, coat the
equipment, especially any chains,
springs, bearings and cables.
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