White R-86 - Page 9

Screwdriver
Vent
Elbow-
Clear Plastic
Drain Tube-
FIGURE 8.
FIGURE 9.
A DANGER
Battery contains sulfuric acid. Refer to warning
on page 8. Antidote: EXTERNAL—Flush with water.
INTERNAL—Drink large quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg or
vegetable oil. Seek prompt medical attention. EYES:
Flush with cool water for at least 15 minutes, then
seek immediate medical attention.
Since batteries produce explosive gases, keep all
lighted materials (cigarettes, lighters, matches,
etc.) away. Be sure to charge battery only in well-
ventilated areas. Make certain venting path of battery
(drain tube) Is always open.
KEEP BATTERIES
OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDRENI
ACTIVATING THE BAHERY
Do not activate battery (fill with battery acid) until
battery Is actually placed in service. Be certain to
read previous warnings before activating the
battery.
1. Open the battery pack. Be careful not to puncture
the box. It contains the battery with a long plastic
tube attached, battery fluid (acid) in a plastic con¬
tainer, one short plastic tube and one hardware
pack (two hex bolts and nuts).
2. Place the battery on a table or workbench. Make
certain the long plastic drain tube is in place on
the vent elbow.
3. Remove the six fill caps from the top of the bat¬
tery with a screwdriver. Be careful not to damage
-the fill caps. See figure 8.
4. Place the battery fluid container on the table or
workbench. Carefully cut off tip of the spout and
attach the short plastic tube provided. Do not
squeeze the container when cutting tip.
5. Fill each battery cell slowly and carefully to the UP-
-PER LEVEL line marked on battery. See figure 9.
Use caution as the acid level will rise rapidly after
the bottom of the cell is filled.
6. Allow battery to stand for 30 minutes with the fill
caps removed, while the plates absorb acid.
7. If acid level has fallen after the 30 minute standing
period, refill each cell with battery acid to the UP¬
PER LEVEL line on battery. Replace the fill caps.
8. Before discarding the empty container, neutralize
any residue with baking soda and rinse container
with water. Puncture container several times
before discarding.
9. Charge the battery after the 30 minute standing
period. SLOW CHARGE THE BATTERY (DO NOT
FAST CHARGE) at a maximum bench rate of 1.4
amperes until the specific gravity reading is
1.260-1.280. Charge for a minimum of 2 hours and
a maximum of 8 hours.
NOTE: This engine is equipped with an alternator. The
current for the battery charger alternator is unregulated.
During normal operation, it is only necessary to charge
the battery:
1. When it is activated for the first time.
2. Before winter storage.
3. Before using the lawn tractor after winter storage.
NOTE: Charging rate after battery has been put into
operation: The battery is to be charged for a period of
14-16 hours, NO LONGER THAN 30 HOURS.
After battery has been charged, add only distilled
water. Do not add acid.
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