OPERATING THE LAWN MOWER
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BATTERY USE & CARE
• The battery that is supplied with this mower is a maintenance-free, sealed, 24 V storage battery.
It can be tipped without danger of acid spillage.
• For optimal performance, charge the battery every two weeks, even when it is not in use.
• Charge the battery in a cool, dry place.
• The battery does not have to be fully discharged before recharging. This battery will not develop
a memory. 2 to 3 initial charging/discharging cycles may be required in order to reach the
maximum run time/capacity. When it is fully charged, the battery can be stored in temperatures as
low as –40° F (–40° C) for a period of up to two weeks before it requires recharging.
• The battery charger should be operated in temperatures between 23° and 104° F (–5° and
40°C).
• The battery supplied is sealed, maintenance-free, and spill-free.
CHARGER SAFETY RULES
Charge the mower battery in a dry area that is protected from the weather. Do not expose the
mower or the charger to rain.
Do not charge the battery in a wet location. Operate the battery charger in temperatures between
23° and 104°F (–5° and 40°C). In order to reduce the risk of electric shock, use only the charger
that is provided by the manufacturer to charge the battery.
DO NOT ABUSE THE CHARGE CORD. Never carry the charger by the cord. Do not disconnect
the charger from the outlet or from the mower by pulling the charger cord.
Do not service the mower with the charger connected.Do not use a damaged charger. Replace
the charger cords or the charger immediately.
Keep the mower and the charger away from water, heat sources(radiators, heaters, stoves, etc.),
flames, and chemicals.