Toro Groundsmaster 4300-D Service Manual page 317

Battery Care (continued)
Groundsmaster ® 4300-D
16226SL Rev C
The gases are explosive; also, they can cause nausea.
• Wear safety goggles and rubber gloves when working with
electrolyte. Charge the battery in a well ventilated place so that
the gasses produced while charging can dissipate.
• Keep open flames and electrical sparks away from the battery;
do not smoke.
• Disconnect the charger from the electrical outlet before
connecting or disconnecting charger leads to or from the
battery posts.
Do not remove battery fill caps while cleaning.
2. Check the battery condition weekly or after every 50 hours of operation.
Keep the terminals and entire battery case clean because a dirty battery
will discharge slowly.
A. Clean the battery by washing entire case with a solution of baking soda
and water. Flush the battery case with clear water.
B. Coat the battery posts and cable connectors with the battery terminal
protector (refer to
prevent corrosion.
3. Tighten the battery cables on the battery terminals to provide a good
electrical contact.
Connecting the cables to the wrong battery post could result in
personal injury and/or damage to the electrical system.
Ensure that the cables are properly connected to the correct battery
posts before operating the machine.
4. If corrosion occurs at the battery terminals, disconnect the cables. Always
disconnect the negative (-) cable first. Clean the cable clamps and terminals
separately. Connect the cables with the positive (+) cable first. Apply a layer
of terminal protector (Toro Part No. 107-0392) or a light coat of petroleum
jelly to the terminals to reduce corrosion after you make the connections.
5. Check the battery-electrolyte level every 25 operating hours and every 30
days if machine is in storage.
6. Maintain the cell level with the distilled or demineralized water.
Note: Do not fill the cells above the fill line.
WARNING
IMPORTANT
Terminal Protector (page
WARNING
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Electrical System: Service and Repairs