Exmark LAZER ZTM - Manual (Page 18)

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DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
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Charging the battery may produce explosive gasses
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
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Battery gasses can explode causing serious injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
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Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away from battery.
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Ventilate when charging or using battery in an
enclosed space.
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Make sure venting path of battery is always open once
battery is filled with acid.
3.8.3 Fill cells with battery grade sulfuric acid (1.265 specific gravity) to halfway
between top of separators and bottom of vent well.
3.8.4 Let battery stand for 1/2 hour after filling. If battery acid level has fallen, refill to
level above plates.
3.8.5 Charge the battery at 4 to 5 amps for 3-5 hours.
3.8.6 After charging, install vent caps and wash off any acid with water and dry battery.
CAUTION
POTENTIAL HAZARD
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If the ignition is in the “ON” position there is potential
for sparks and engagement of components.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
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Sparks could cause an explosion or moving parts
could accidentally engage causing personal injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
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Be sure ignition switch is in the “OFF” position.
3.8.7 Install battery in machine and secure battery hold-down. DO NOT over-tighten .
Connect battery cables - positive (red) cable first, then the negative (black)
cable and green/white wire. Slip insulator boot over the positive terminal.
NOTE: If time does not permit charging the battery, or if charging equipment is not
available, follow steps 3.8.1 through 3.8.4 and install as described in 3.8.7. Then
run the vehicle continuously for 20 to 30 minutes to sufficiently charge the battery.
After charging, if battery acid level has fallen, refill battery with clean drinking water
(distilled water is preferred – if available).
PART NO. 513747 LOCATION: Top Center of Console
Under Front of Seat