Ryobi ZTR480ex - ADJUSTING THE DRIVE LEVERS

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Thermistor terminal
Red (+)
Flat washer
Lock washer
Bolt
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13. Lift the battery securing bracket off the
batteries, and set aside.
14. Remove and set aside the battery covers
for the batteries being replaced.
15. Disconnect the batteries that need to be
replaced.
16. Disconnect the negative (black) cable
first, then the positive (red) cable. Be
careful not to short across the terminals.
NOTE: When disconnecting the rear
cables, take note of the position of the
battery thermistor terminal on the positive
post. Make sure to reinstall the terminal in
the same location.
17. Replace the batteries as needed, and
reinstall the cables. Connect the positive
(red) cable first, then the negative (black)
cable, being careful not to short across
the terminals.
18. Reinstall the battery covers and the
battery securing bracket.
19. Push the battery tray back inside the
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reconnect the battery quick-connect plug.
NOTE: To gain enough leverage to
reconnect, it is often easier to connect
from the battery compartment area rather
than the area under the seat.
20. Once the batteries are reconnected to the
mower, push the battery tray fully back
inside the mower.
21. Reinstall the bolts, nuts, and spacers to
secure the outside edge of the battery
tray. Tighten securely.
22. Reinstall the hex head bolt to secure
battery tray in place. Tighten securely.
23. Connect the battery thermistor.
24. Replace the battery compartment cover,
and reinstall hardware to secure.
NOTE: Make sure that the tabs on the
battery compartment cover are seated
in the slots on the mower top and side
panels before tightening the screws.
25. Reinstall the wiring cover, and push down
until it latches securely in place, then
lower the seat.
NOTE: Always ensure that the safety
interlock cable connection is still fully
seated when replacing the wiring cover.
NOTE: Always abide by the safety warnings
provided with the battery. Dispose of
old battery according to local and state
regulations.
ADJUSTING THE DRIVE LEVERS
To maximize operator comfort and control,
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levers.
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1. Remove the bolts from the drive lever
mounting bracket.
2. Shift the bracket up or down as needed.
3. Reinstall and securely tighten the bolts.
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1. Loosen the bolts on the drive lever
mounting bracket, but do not remove.
2. Move the lever forward or backward to
the preferred angle.
3. Securely tighten the bolts.
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