MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 7
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7.13 CHARGE THE BATTERY __________________________________________________________
Read the battery charger manual for specified instructions on the operation of the charger.
When possible, remove the battery from the mower before you charge the battery. If the battery is not sealed, check
and make sure the level of the electrolyte is above the plates in all of the cells.
Make sure the battery charger is turned OFF, then connect the battery charger to the battery terminals as specified in
the battery charger manual.
Always turn OFF the battery charger before you disconnect the battery charger from the battery terminals.
7.14 ENGINE EXHAUST _______________________________________________________________
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
If you sense a change in the color or sound of the exhaust, stop the engine immediately. Identify the problem and have
the system repaired.
Torque all exhaust manifold hardware equally. Tighten or replace the exhaust clamps.
WARNING
Charge the battery in an area with good airflow. The battery can release hydrogen gas that is explosive. To
prevent an explosion, keep any device that can cause sparks or flames away from the battery.
When the battery charger is turned on, to prevent injury, stay away from the battery. A battery that is damaged
can cause an explosion.
WARNING
The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide. The carbon monoxide in the exhaust fumes can increase to
dangerous levels. To protect you from carbon monoxide poisoning, inspect the complete exhaust system every
month and replace damaged components immediately.
NEVER operate the engine without enough ventilation.
The temperature of the exhaust components can be greater than 300° F (149° C). To prevent burns, do not
touch a hot exhaust system.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.
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