Toro 41393, Operator'S Manual

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WARNING
Incorrect battery cable routing could
damage the sprayer and cables causing
sparks. Sparks can cause the battery
gasses to explode, resulting in personal
injury.
• Always disconnect the negative
(black) battery cable before
disconnecting the positive (red)
cable.
• Always connect the positive (red)
battery cable before reconnecting the
negative (black) cable.
WARNING
Battery terminals or metal tools could
short against metal sprayer components
causing sparks. Sparks can cause the
battery gasses to explode, resulting in
personal injury.
• When removing or installing the
battery, do not allow the battery
terminals to touch any metal parts of
the sprayer.
• Do not allow metal tools to short
between the battery terminals and
metal parts of the sprayer.
• Always keep the battery strap in place
to protect and secure the battery.
3. Disconnect the positive (red) cable from the
battery post.
4. Remove the battery.
Installing the Battery
1. Set the battery on the battery box so that the
battery posts are away from the sprayer.
2. Connect the positive (red) cable to the positive
(+) battery post and the negative (black) cable
to the negative (–) battery post using the bolts
and nuts.
3. Slide the insulator boot over the positive battery
post.
4. Install the battery cover and secure it with the
strap that you removed previously (
Figure 80 ).
Important:
Always keep the battery retainer
in place to protect and secure the battery.
Charging the Battery
Important:
Always keep the battery fully charged.
This is especially important to prevent battery
damage when the temperature is below 32°F (0°C).
1. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to
Removing the Battery (page 61) .
2. Connect a 3 to 4 A battery charger to the battery
posts and charge the battery at a rate of 3 to 4 A
for 4 to 8 hours (12 V).
Important:
Do not overcharge the battery.
3. Install the battery in the chassis; refer to
Installing the Battery (page 62) .
Storing the Battery
If you are storing the machine for more than 30 days,
remove the battery and charge it fully. Either store
it on a shelf or on the machine. Disconnect the
battery cables if the battery is stored on the machine.
Store the battery in a cool atmosphere to avoid
quick deterioration of the charge in the battery. To
prevent the battery from freezing, ensure that it is fully
charged.
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