Toro 22983, Operator'S Manual

Page: 36 / 52

Charging the Battery
WARNING
Charging the battery produces gasses that
can explode.
Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks
and flames away from battery.
Important:
Always keep the battery fully charged
(1.265 specific gravity). This is especially
important to prevent battery damage when the
temperature is below 0°C (32°F).
1. Remove the battery from the machine; refer to
Removing the Battery (page 35) .
2. Charge the battery for 4 to 8 hours at a rate of
3 to 4 A (
Figure 48 ). Do not overcharge the
battery.
g003792
Figure 48
1. Positive battery post 3. Red (+) charger lead
2. Negative battery post 4. Black (-) charger lead
3. When the battery is fully charged, unplug
the charger from the electrical outlet, then
disconnect the charger leads from the battery
posts (
Figure 48 ).
Cleaning the Battery
Note:
Keep the terminals and the entire battery case
clean, because a dirty battery discharges slowly.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the
parking brake, and lower the boom.
2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.
3. Remove the battery from the machine;
Removing the Battery (page 35) .
4. Wash the entire case with a solution of baking
soda and water.
5. Rinse the battery with clear water.
6. Coat the battery posts and cable connectors with
Grafo 112X (skin-over) grease (Toro Part No.
505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.
7. Install the battery; refer to Installing the Battery
(page 36) .
Installing the Battery
1. Using the fasteners previously removed, install
the positive (red) battery cable to the positive (+)
battery terminal (
Figure 47 ).
2. Slide the red terminal boot onto the positive
battery post.
3. Using the fasteners previously removed, install
the negative (black) battery cable to the negative
(-) battery terminal (
Figure 47 ).
4. Secure the battery using the bar and wing nuts
(
Figure 47 ).
Important:
Ensure that the battery cables do not
contact any sharp edges or each other.
Servicing a Replacement Battery
The original battery is maintenance-free and does
not require service. The following procedures are for
servicing a replacement battery.
DANGER
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid
which is fatal if consumed and causes severe
burns.
• Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact
with skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety
glasses to shield your eyes and rubber
gloves to protect your hands.
• Fill the battery where clean water is always
available for flushing the skin.
Checking the Battery Electrolyte Level
Service Interval: Every 25 hours (replacement
batteries only).
1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the
parking brake, and lower the boom.
2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.
3. Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte
must be up to the
upper line ( Figure 49 ). Do
not allow the electrolyte to fall below the lower
line (
Figure 49 ).
36