Connecting Battery Cables; Battery Information - Cub Cadet Zero Turn ZTS2 Operator's Manual

6. Remove the lock nut (a), gauge wheel (b) and shoulder screw
(c) from the deck. See Figure 11.
(c)
(b)
Figure 11
7. Insert the shoulder screw (c) into one of four index holes on the
deck wheel bracket. Allow a 1⁄4-1⁄2" (6.35-12.7 mm) clearance
between the ground and gauge wheel. See Figure 11.
8. Note the index hole used on previously adjusted wheel. Repeat
adjustment on opposite side to align both gauge wheels.

Battery Information

California PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.
Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the eyes or
onto the skin, rinse the affected area immediately with
clean cold water. Seek prompt medical attention.
If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean water,
then neutralize with a solution of ammonia/water or
baking soda/water.
NEVER connect (or disconnect) battery charger clips
to the battery while the charger is turned on, as it can
cause sparks.
Keep all sources of ignition (cigarettes, matches, lighters)
away from the battery. The gas generated during
charging can be combustible.
As a further precaution, only charge the battery in a well
ventilated area.
Always shield eyes and protect skin and clothing when
working near batteries.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and may emit explosive
gases. Use extreme caution when handling batteries.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
The battery may present a risk of fire or chemical burn
if misused. Do NOT open, disassemble, overheat, or
incinerate the battery.
NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The
negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (–).
ASSEMBLY
(a)
WARNING
WARNING

CONNECTING BATTERY CABLES

Always connect the positive lead to the battery before
connecting the negative lead. This will prevent sparking
or possible injury from an electrical short caused by
contacting the tractor body with tools being used to
connect the cables.
For shipping reasons the factory may leave both battery cables
disconnected from the terminals. To connect the battery cables,
proceed as follows:
NOTE: Wiring harness should lay on top of battery hold down
rod, otherwise damage to the wiring harness may result. See
Figure 13 on page 12.
1. Remove the factory installed hex screws (a) and square
nuts (b) located either on the end of the wiring harness or
in the bag with this manual. Retain the hardware for later
instructions. See Figure 12.
2. Remove the plastic cover (c), if present, from the positive
battery terminal (d) and attach the red cable (e) to the
positive battery terminal (d) with one of the hex screws (a)
and square nuts (b), from Step 1. Use a Philips screw driver.
See Figure 12.
3. Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery
terminal to help protect it from corrosion. See inset in
Figure 12.
4. Remove the plastic cover (c), if present, from the negative
battery terminal (f) and attach the black cable (g) to the
negative battery terminal (f) with the remaining hex screw
(a) and square nut (b). See Figure 12.
(e)
(b)
NOTE: If the battery is put into service after date shown on top/
side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in Charging the
Battery, prior to operating.
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WARNING
(c)
(c)
(a)
(a)
(d)
(f)
(g)
(b)
Figure 12