Waste Disposal; Mercury Tilt Switch; Mercury Tilt Switch Disposal - Toro Z-Master Z153 Operator's Manual

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Figure 62
1. Filler caps
2. Lower part of tube
Adding Water to the Battery
The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just
before you operate the machine. This lets the water mix
thoroughly with the electrolyte solution.
1. Clean the top of the battery with a paper towel.
2. Lift off the filler caps (Fig. 62).
3. Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until
the level is up to the lower part of the tube (Fig. 62).
Important
Do not overfill the battery because
electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can cause severe corrosion and
damage to the chassis.
4. Press the filler caps onto the battery.
Charging the Battery
Important
Always keep the battery fully charged
(1.260 specific gravity). This is especially important to
prevent battery damage when the temperature is below
32 F (0 C).
1. Check the electrolyte level; refer to Checking
Electrolyte Level, page 41.
2. Remove the filler caps from the battery and connect a
3 to 4 amp battery charger to the battery posts. Charge
the battery at a rate of 4 amperes or less for 4 hours
(12 volts). Do not overcharge the battery. Install the
filler caps after the battery is fully charged.
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Warning
Charging battery produces gasses that can
explode and cause serious injury.
Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away from
battery.
Make sure the ignition switch is off.
Ventilate when charging or using battery in an
enclosed space.

Waste Disposal

Engine oil, hydraulic oil and engine coolant are pollutants
to the environment. Dispose of these according to your
state and local regulations.

Mercury Tilt Switch

The tilt switch on this unit is located under the seat. Tilt
seat up to gain access.
The tilt switch on this unit contains mercury, a hazardous
material. Mercury that is outside a sealed container
vaporizes at room temperature. The vapors are harmful.
Mercury can be absorbed through the skin. Do not attempt
to open or repair this switch.
A very small amount of mercury is contained in a
hermetically sealed body. The steel switch is then potted
in a hard epoxy in a plastic case. It is unlikely that the
mercury will ever escape from the enclosure. These high
performance and reliable inexpensive switches are
recyclable.
Mercury is an important and beneficial compound but
requires special care in handling and disposal. When used
and managed properly, mercury is not a threat to people or
the environment. This information is presented to users so
that they are aware that these switches contain mercury
and will apply sound disposal practices when these
devices reach their normal end of life or are damaged.

Mercury Tilt Switch Disposal

Several states have passed laws concerning the disposal of
devices containing mercury. In all the remaining states it
is advisable to follow similar procedures. The laws state
that these sealed devices contain mercury and should not
be placed in the garbage until the mercury is removed and
reused, recycled or otherwise managed to insure that it