Toro Workman GTX Operator's Manual page 38

Figure 40
3. Disconnect the main positive-battery cable (red)
that connects the bank of batteries to the main
contactor of the machine
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(Figure 40).
Replacing the Batteries
1. Remove all of the battery-interconnect cables
from the batteries.
2. Remove the battery retainers located between
the batteries.
3. Remove all of the batteries and recycle them
according to your local codes.
4. Assemble new batteries into the machine at the
locations from where you removed batteries in
step 3.
Note:
Pay attention to the battery polarity when
installing the new batteries
5. Install the battery retainers and tighten the nuts
until the retainer securely grips the batteries.
6. Connect the batteries together as shown in
Figure 40 with the battery-interconnect cables
that you removed in step 1.
Connecting the Batteries
1. Ensure that the battery terminals are clean and
free of oxidation.
2. Connect the main positive-battery cable (red)
between the bank of batteries and the machine
(Figure 40).
3. Connect the main negative-battery cable (black)
between the bank of batteries and the machine
(Figure 40).
4. Torque the nuts securing all of the battery cables
until the retainer securely grips the battery.
5. Coat the battery terminals with Toro
battery-terminal protector.
6. Ensure that the rubber boots on each battery
cable are securely seated over the battery
terminals.
7. Insert the key into the key switch and rotate the
switch to the O
8. Lower the cargo box, rotate the key switch to the
O position, and remove the key.
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Storing the Batteries
Charge the batteries fully before placing the machine
into storage. Plug the charger into a wall outlet while
the machine and batteries are in storage. Leave
the charger plugged into a wall outlet and charging
receptacle during storage to ensure that the batteries
stay charged and do not freeze; otherwise, charge the
batteries at least once a month.
Important:
If the machine cannot be plugged
in during storage, fully charge the batteries at
least once a month. The batteries self-discharge
over long periods of time, which may damage the
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(Figure 40).
position.
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