WARNING! Before performing maintenance on any unit, always disconnect and ground the spark plug wire.

WARNING! Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging. Charge the battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.

Although these batteries vary in size and shape, all batteries on our riding mowers operate at a nominal 12-volts.

It is recommended to charge the battery before the first use as well as anytime the battery is not used or stored for more than a month. During down time, like before the unit was purchased or when in storage, a battery can become dormant. Although the riding mowers do have a self charging system, the battery will not rejuvenate electrolytes from the down time. This will cause a shortened life for the battery. Normally charge the battery between 2 to 6 amps per hour. Do not charge any battery at more than 6 amps per hour.

If you have a serviceable battery and you charge it at a lower amp rate, use a hydrometer to test the acid. The hydrometer should read a minimum of 1.260 before putting the battery back into service. Note: These batteries are sensitive to dormant time and cold temperatures.

Take special care to the battery for any down time that is expected to last for more than a month, or experience colder temperatures...

NOTE: Make sure to remove the battery from the unit and store in a warm dry location.

NOTE: Charge the battery before storing and before putting it back into service.

NOTE: Consider charging the battery during this storage period if it lasts longer than 2 months. If further assistance is needed, please click the 'service' link at the to of this page to find a local service dealer.