Servicing The Battery - Toro Proline 30187 Operator's Manual

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Figure 35
1. Top jam nut
2. Sleeve

Servicing the Battery

Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Check the electrolyte level in the battery before each use.
Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a
paper towel to clean the battery case. If the battery
terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of four
parts water and one part baking soda. Apply a light coating
of grease to the battery terminals to prevent corrosion.
Voltage: 12 v, 280 Cold Cranking Amps
Checking the Electrolyte Level
1. Open covers to see into the cells. The electrolyte must
be up to the lower part of the tube (Figure 36). Do not
allow the electrolyte to get below the plates.
(Figure 36).
2. If the electrolyte is low, add the required amount of
distilled water; refer to Adding Water to the Battery,
page 30.
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3. Bottom jam nut
4. Pump arm
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Figure 36
1. Filler caps
2. Lower part of tube
Adding Water to the Battery
The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just
before you operate the machine. This lets the water mix
thoroughly with the electrolyte solution.
1. Clean the top of the battery with a paper towel.
2. Lift off the filler caps (Figure 36).
3. Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until
the level is up to the lower part of the tube (Figure 36).
Important
Do not overfill the battery because
electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can cause severe corrosion and
damage to the chassis.
4. Press the filler caps onto the battery.
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
(1.260 specific gravity). This is especially important to
prevent battery damage when the temperature is below
32°F (0°C).
5. Check the electrolyte level; refer to Checking
Electrolyte Level, page 30.
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3. Plates