Ariens Apex 52 User Manual

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4. Remove T-bracket from upper slots in
hold-down brackets. Retain for
reinstallation.
5. Remove battery.
Clean Battery
1. Clean terminals and battery cable ends
with a wire brush.
2. Coat terminals with dielectric grease or
petroleum jelly.
Install Battery
Install Factory Battery
1. Reinstall positive cable and then the
negative cable.
2. Insert T bracket through lower slots in
hold-down brackets.
3. Tighten hex nut securing right hold-down
bracket to frame.
4. Return seat to operating position
Install U1 Battery
1. Reinstall positive cable and then the
negative cable.
2. Insert T bracket through upper slots in
hold-down brackets.
See Figure 25.
3. Tighten hex nut securing right hold-down
bracket to frame.
4. Return seat to operating position.
Charge Battery
Check battery with a voltmeter. If battery is
less than 11 volts, charge battery.
NOTICE: DO NOT fast charge. Charging at a
higher rate damages or destroys the battery.
ONLY use an automatic charger designed for
use with your battery.
NOTICE: Always follow information provided
on battery by battery manufacturer. Contact
battery manufacturer for detailed information
about charging.
1. Remove battery from unit. See Remove
Battery on page 21.
2. Place battery on bench or other well-
ventilated area.
3. Connect positive lead of charger to
positive battery terminal.
4. Connect negative lead of charger to
negative battery terminal.
5. Charge battery following battery
manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Reinstall battery. See Install Battery on
page 22.
Jump Starting
Ariens does not recommend jump starting
your unit. Jump-starting can damage engine
and system components. Refer to engine
manual for details.
CHECK MOWER BELTS
Check belts for wear and replace as needed.
CHECK HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Check Hydraulic Oil Level
1. Place unit in service position. See
Service Position on page 17.
2. Check oil level in expansion tanks. Oil
should reach the cold fill indicator mark.
See Figure 26.
IMPORTANT: Engine should be cold when
checking initial oil level.
CAUTION: DO NOT allow direct
metal contact across battery
posts.
Figure 25

Ariens Apex 52 Specifications

General

Brand	Ariens
Model	Apex 52
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English