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Fluid must be even with the split ring full mark (D). If not, add distilled water. 3. Reinstall the vent caps. Cleaning the Battery and Cables 1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first (B, Figure 34 & 35). 2. Remove the battery hold-down and battery. NOTE: On units with Kawasaki engines, before removing the battery you must remove the radiator air-screen. The battery can then be tilted forward and removed through the gap between the right side of the dashboard and the radiator. 3. Clean the compartment with a solution of baking soda and water. 4. Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire brush and battery terminal cleaner until shiny. 5. Reinstall the battery in the battery compartment, and secure with the battery hold-down. Set Terminal Guard (D, Figure 35) in place for Diesel Models. 6. Reattach the battery cables, positive cable first (see A, Figure 34 & 35) 7. Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petroleum jelly or non-conducting grease. WARNING Be careful when handling the battery. Avoid spilling electrolyte. Keep flames and sparks away from the battery. When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If not done in this order, the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool. Figure 34. Battery Terminals - Gas Models A. Positive (+) Cable B. Negative (-) Cable C. Vent Cap(s) D. Split Ring C A D B Figure 35. Battery Terminals - Diesel Models A. Positive (+) Cable B. Negative (-) Cable C. Vent Cap(s) D. Terminal Guard C A D B 25 Regular Maintenance SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES WARNING For your personal safety, do not handle the sharp mower blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling of blades may result in serious injury. 1. Remove mower from the tractor. See Mower Installation & Removal. 2. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If not, sharpen blades as described in following steps. 3. To remove blade for sharpening, use a wood block to hold blade while removing the blade mounting cap- screw (Figure 36). 4. Use a file to sharpen blade to fine edge. Remove all nicks and dents in blade edge. If blade is severely damaged, it should be replaced. 5. Balance the blade as shown in Figure 37. Center the blade’s hole on a nail lubricated with a drop of oil. A balanced blade will remain level. 6. Reinstall each blade with the tabs pointing up toward deck as shown in Figure 40. Secure with a capscrew (D, Figure 38), spring washer (B), and spline washer (B). Be certain the spline washer is aligned with the shaft splines. Use a wooden block to prevent blade rotation and torque capscrews to 45-55 ft.lbs. (61-75 N.m.). Figure 36. Removing the Blade Figure 37. Balancing The Blade Workbench Nail LOOSEN WARNING For your personal safety, blade mounting capscrews must each be installed with a hex washer and spring washer, then securely tightened. Torque blade mounting capscrew to ...

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