Battery Maintenance; Charging The Battery - Briggs & Stratton 2691485-00 Manuel D'utilisation

Battery Maintenance

WARNING
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.
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds - chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Cleaning the Battery and Cables
1. Disconnect the NEGATIVE (black) cables first.
2. Disconnect the POSITIVE (red) cables last.
3. Remove the battery as shown in Figure 11.
4. Clean the battery platform with a solution of baking soda
and water.
5. Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire
brush and battery terminal cleaner until shiny.
6. Coat the assembled terminals with petroleum jelly or
non-conducting grease.
7. Install the battery.
8. Connect the POSITIVE (red) cables first.
9. Connect the NEGATIVE (black) cables last.

Charging the Battery

WARNING
Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery; the
gasses coming from it are highly explosive. Ventilate the
battery well during charging.
A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may
be the result of a defect in the charging system or other
electrical component. If there is any doubt about the cause
of the problem, see your dealer. If you need to replace the
battery, follow the steps under Cleaning the Battery and
Cables.
To charge the battery, follow the instructions provided by
the battery charger manufacturer as well as all warnings
included in the safety rules sections of this book. Charge
the battery until fully charged. Do not charge at a rate higher
than 10 amps.
If you need to replace the battery, see the Cleaning the
Battery and Cables section.
Changing the Engine Oil
Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be
disposed of properly. Do not discard with household waste.
Check with your local authorities, service center, or dealer
for safe disposal/recycling facilities.
Remove Oil
1. With engine off but still warm, disconnect the spark plug
wire (D, Figure 5) and keep it away from the spark plug.
2. Remove the dipstick (A).
3. Remove the oil drain cap as shown in Figure 12. Drain
the oil into an approved container.
4. After the oil has drained, install the oil drain cap.
Changing the Oil Filter
For replacement intervals, see the Maintenance Chart.
1. Drain the oil from the engine. See Remove Oil section.
2. Remove the oil filter (A, Figure 13) and dispose of
properly.
3. Before you install the new oil filter, lightly lubricate the oil
filter gasket with fresh, clean oil.
4. Install the oil filter by hand until the gasket contacts
the oil filter adapter, then tighten the oil filter 1/2 to 3/4
turns.
5. Add oil. See Add Oil section.
6. Start and run the engine. As the engine warms up,
check for oil leaks.
7. Stop the engine and check the oil level. It should be at
the FULL mark on the dipstick.
Add Oil
• Place engine level.
• Clean the oil fill area of any debris.
• See the Specifications section for oil capacity.
1. Remove the dipstick (A, Figure 5) and wipe with a
clean cloth.
2. Pour the oil slowly into the engine oil fill (C). Do not
overfill. After adding oil, wait one minute and then
check the oil level.
3. Install and tighten the dipstick.
4. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. It should be
at the FULL mark (B) on the dipstick.
5. Install and tighten the dipstick.
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