Toro Z Master 8000 Series Operator's Manual page 39

Removing the Battery
WARNING
Battery terminals or metal tools could short
against metal machine components causing
sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gases
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 machine.
• Do not allow metal tools to short between
the battery terminals and metal parts of the
machine.
WARNING
Incorrect battery cable routing could damage
the machine and cables and cause 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.
1. Move the speed-control lever to the N
position to stop the machine.
2. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake,
shut off the engine, and wait for all moving parts
to stop.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable (black)
from the negative (-)(black) battery terminal
(Figure 38).
4. Slide the red terminal boot off the positive (red)
battery terminal and remove the positive (+)(red)
battery cable (Figure
5. Remove the wing nuts securing the J-hooks
(Figure 38).
6. Remove the clamp
7. Remove the battery.
EUTRAL
38).
(Figure 38).
1. Negative (black) battery
cable
2. Wing nut
3. J-hook
Installing the Battery
1. Position the battery in the tray with the terminal
posts opposite from the hydraulic tank
38).
2. Install the positive (red) battery cable to the
positive (+) battery terminal.
3. Install the negative (black) battery cable and
ground wire to the negative (-) battery terminal.
4. Secure the cables with 2 bolts, 2 washers, and
2 locknuts (Figure
5. Slide the red terminal boot onto the positive
(red) battery post.
6. Install the clamp and secure it with the wing nuts
and J-hooks (Figure
Charging the Battery
WARNING
Charging the battery produces gases 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. Charge battery for 10 to 15 minutes at 25 to 30
A or 30 minutes at 10 A.
2. When the battery is fully charged, unplug
the charger from the electrical outlet; then
disconnect the charger leads from the battery
posts (Figure
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Figure 38
4. Clamp
5. Positive (red) battery cable
38).
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