MTD Yard-Man YM155 Manuel De L'utilisateur page 13

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
BATTERY PACK REPLACEMENT
To preserve natural resources, please recycle
or dispose of properly. THIS PRODUCT
CONTAINS A SEALED LEAD-ACID BATTERY
AND MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit
disposal of sealed lead-acid batteries in
ordinary trash. Consult your local waste
authority for information regarding available
recycling and/or disposal options.
Removing the Battery
1. Push the two latches on the side of the battery housing
door in and swing the door down. Unhook the door
from the slot on the bottom of the battery housing by
lifting up and away. Set the door aside (Fig. 17).
Battery Housing
Fig. 17
2. Push down on the battery retaining latch while
pulling battery out (Fig. 18).
NOTE: You might notice grease on the terminal contacts
when the battery is removed. This is normal.
Fig. 18
Latches
Door
Hook
Battery
Retaining Latch
Battery
WARNING:
do not touch. Do not open or mutilate the
battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and
may cause damage to the eyes or skin. To
avoid serious injury, take the unit to an
authorized service dealer for repair.
Installing the Battery
1. Slide the battery into the battery housing until the
battery retaining latch locks the battery into place
(Fig 18).
2. Reinstall the door by hooking over the slot on the
bottom of the battery housing. Swing the battery
housing door closed until the two latches snap into
place.
For best performance when reinstalling the battery:
• Check the battery terminals for corrosion and clean
them if necessary. Clean the terminals using a dry
scrubbing pad and wipe clean with a dry cloth. Never
use liquids to clean terminals.
• Check the battery casing for signs of damage and
replace it if needed.
NOTE: If you clean or replace the battery, apply a small
amount of electrically conductive grease to the
terminals only. This grease is available at any
local electronics store. Do not use automotive or
bearing grease.
Storing the Battery Pack
If you are removing the battery for replacement or for
storage, cover the battery pack's terminals with heavy
duty electrical tape.
WARNING:
disassemble battery or remove any of its
components. Sealed lead-acid batteries must
be recycled or disposed of properly. Never
touch both terminals with metal objects
and/or body parts, a short circuit may result.
Keep away from children. Failure to comply
with these warnings could result in fire and/or
serious personal injury.
If the battery pack
has signs of leakage,
Do not attempt to
destroy or
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