Toro STX-26 Operator's Manual page 29

Figure 37
1. Negative cable
2. Nut (1/4 inch)
3. Nut (5/16 inch)
4. Bolt
5. Rubber cover (red)
6. Rubber cover (black)
4. Slide the red terminal boot off the positive (red)
battery terminal, then remove the positive (red)
battery cable (Figure
5. Remove the hold down plate, J-bolts, and
locknuts securing the battery
remove the battery.
Charging the Battery
WARNING
Charging the battery produces gasses 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. Remove the battery from the machine; refer to
Removing the Battery (page
7. Positive cable
8. Battery hold down plate
9. Washer
10. J-bolt
11. Battery
37).
(Figure 37) and
28).
2. Charge the battery at a rate of 3 to 4 A for 4
to 8 hours
battery.
1. Positive battery post
2. Negative battery post
3. When the battery is fully charged, unplug
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the charger from the electrical outlet, then
disconnect the charger leads from the battery
posts (Figure
Checking the Battery Electrolyte
Level
DANGER
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid
which is fatal if consumed and causes severe
burns.
• Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact
with skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety
glasses to shield your eyes and rubber
gloves to protect your hands.
• Fill the battery where clean water is always
available for flushing the skin.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the
parking brake, and lower the hydraulic lift.
2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.
3. Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte
must be up to the upper line
not allow the electrolyte to fall below the Lower
line (Figure
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(Figure 38). Do not overcharge the
Figure 38
3. Red (+) charger lead
4. Black (-) charger lead
38).
(Figure
39).
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39). Do