Servicing The Battery - Toro 22318 Operator's Manual

WARNING
Battery terminals or metal tools could short
against metal 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 traction unit.
• Do not allow metal tools to short between
the battery terminals and metal parts of
the traction unit.
5. Disconnect the negative (black) battery cable from the
battery, saving the bolt and nut.
6. Disconnect the positive (red) battery cable from the
battery, saving the bolt and nut.
7. Gently push the hydraulic hoses aside and lift the
battery out of the chassis.
8. Activate and charge the new battery as directed on the
battery labeling.
9. Install the battery into the chassis
10. Secure the battery in the chassis
11. Using the bolt and wing nut supplied with the battery,
connect the positive (red) cable to the positive (+)
battery post (Figure
the battery post.
WARNING
Incorrect battery cable routing could damage
the traction unit 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 connecting the negative
(black) cable.
12. Using the bolt and wing nut supplied with the battery,
connect the negative (black) cable to the negative (-)
battery post (Figure
Note: Ensure that the battery cables do not contact
any sharp edges or each other.
(Figure 29).
(Figure 29).
29). Slide the rubber cover over
29).

Servicing the Battery

Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Check the battery
electrolyte level (replacement battery
only).
Every 100 hours—Check the battery cable
connections.
Important: The following procedures apply when
servicing a (dry) battery that has replaced the original
battery. The original (wet) battery does not require
service.
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 reduce corrosion.
Voltage: 12 v, 340 Cold Cranking Amps
Checking the Electrolyte Level
1. Stop the engine and remove the key.
2. Remove the hood.
3. Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte must
be up to the Upper line
electrolyte to fall below the Lower line
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3
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1. Filler caps
2. Upper line
4. If the electrolyte is low, add the required amount of
distilled water; refer to Adding Water to the Battery.
Adding Water to the Battery
The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just
before you operate the traction unit. This lets the water mix
thoroughly with the electrolyte solution.
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(Figure 30). Do not allow the
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Figure 30
3. Lower line
30).