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If removing the battery for any reason, 

disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s terminal first, 

followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When re-installing the 

battery, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire its terminal 

first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the 

wires are connected to the correct terminals; reversing them 

could change the polarity and result in damage to your engine’s 

alternating system.

When charging your tractor’s battery, use only a 

charger designed for 12V lead-acid batteries. Read your battery 

charger’s Owner’s Manual prior to charging your tractor’s battery. 

Always follow its instructions and heed its warnings.
If your tractor has not been put into use for an extended period 

of time, charge the battery as follows:
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Set your battery charger to deliver a maximum of 10 

amperes. If your battery charger is automatic, charge 

the battery until the charger indicates that charging is 

complete.

NOTE: If the charger is not automatic, charge for no fewer than 

eight hours.

Batteries give off an explosive gas 

while charging. Charge battery in a well ventilated 

area and keep away from an open flame or pilot 

light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, 

clothes dryer or other gas appliances.

When removing or installing the 

battery, follow these instructions to prevent the 

screwdriver from shorting against the frame.

Never jump your tractor’s dead battery with the 

battery of a running vehicle.
1. 

Connect end of one jumper cable to the positive terminal 

of the good battery, then the other end to the positive 

terminal of the dead battery.

2. 

Connect the other jumper cable to the negative terminal 

of the good battery, then to the frame of the unit with the 

dead battery.

3. 

Start the tractor as instructed in the Operation section.

Failure to use this procedure could 

cause sparking, and the gas in either battery could 

explode.

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.

8. 

Replace the oil filter as instructed in the separate engine 

Owner’s Manual.

9. 

Refill the engine with new oil. Refer to the engine Owner’s 

Manual for information regarding the proper volume and 

weight of engine oil.

Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual packed with 

your unit for information regarding the quantity and proper 

viscosity of motor oil.

Service the pre-cleaner (if equipped) and cartridge/air cleaner 

element as instructed in the Engine Owner’s Manual packed with 

your unit.

The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a 

season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of 

each mowing season. Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for 

correct plug type and gap specifications.

Before lubricating, repairing, or 

inspecting, always disengage PTO, move shift lever 

into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine 

and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the Engine 

Owner Manual packed with your unit.

Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, parking brake 

and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.

The rear wheels should be removed from the axles once a 

season. Lubricate the axles and the rims well with an all-purpose 

grease before re-installing them.

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.

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.

The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot 

be checked.
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Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and 

free of corrosive build-up.

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After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a light coat 

of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals.

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Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the positive 

terminal to prevent shorting.