Connecting The Battery; Charging The Battery; Servicing The Battery - Toro Reelmaster 7000-D Operator's Manual

Connecting the Battery

1. Install the positive battery cable
positive (+) battery post.
2. Install the negative battery cable
the negative (-) battery post.
3. Apply a coat of Grafo 112X (skin-over) grease,
Toro Part No. 505-47 to the battery posts and
battery-cable clamps.
4. Slide the rubber boot over the positive battery-
cable clamp.
5. Close and latch the battery-compartment
cover.

Charging the Battery

1. Disconnect the battery.
2. Connect a 3 to 4 A battery charger to the battery posts.
3. Charge the battery at a rate of 3 to 4 A for 4 to 8 hours.
4. When the battery is charged, disconnect the charger from the electrical outlet and
battery posts.
5. Connect the battery.

Servicing the Battery

Note:
Keep the terminals and the entire battery case clean because a dirty battery will
discharge slowly.
1. Prepare the machine for maintenance.
2. Open the battery-compartment cover.
3. Check the condition of the battery.
Note:
4. Disconnect the battery cables, and remove the battery from the machine.
5. Wash the entire battery case with a solution of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) and
water.
6. Rinse the case with clean water.
7. Assemble the battery to the machine and connect the battery cables.
8. Close and latch the battery-compartment cover.
3466-702A
Replace a worn or damaged battery.
(red) to the
(black) to
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