Bolens 135-688-000 - Manual (Page 19)

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 additional acid or other
chemicals to battery after initial 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 elec­
trolyte 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 solu­
tion 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,
disconnect battery cables. Removing battery
from unit is recommended.
3. Store in cold, dry place.
4. Recharge battery whenever the specific gravi­
ty is less than 1.225, before returning to ser
vice, 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 connec­
tions
5. Excessive loads
6. Battery electrolyte substitutes
7. Freezing of electrolyte
NOTE
THESE FAILURES DO NOT CON­
STITUTE WARRANTY.
INSTALLATION OF TIRE TO RIM
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The following procedure must be
followed when removing or install­
ing a tire to the rim.
1. Be sure rim is clean and rust free.
2. Lubricate both the tire and rim generously.
3. Never inflate to over 30 p.s.i. to seat beads.
Excessive inflation pressure when seating
beads may cause tire/rim assembly to burst
with force sufficient 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 fol­
lows.
1. Clean the engine and the entire unit
thoroughly.
2. Lubricate all lubrication points. Wipe the en­
tire machine with an oiled rag to protect the
surfaces.
3. Refer to the engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions. The engine must be
completely drained of fuel to prevent gum
deposits from forming on essential carburetor
parts, fuel lines and fuel tanks.
4. Refer to battery storage instructions in
previous column.
5. Store unit in a clean, dry area.
NOTE
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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