Toro Workman MDX-D Operator's Manual page 35

WARNING
Battery terminals or metal tools could short
against metal machine components, causing
sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses
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.
1. Squeeze the sides of the battery cover and
remove the cover from the top of the battery
(Figure 36).
Figure 36
1. Positive battery terminal
2. Positive battery cable
3. Negative battery cable
4. Negative battery terminal
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the
terminal of the battery
3. Disconnect the positive battery cable from the
terminal of the battery
Removing the Battery
1. Disconnect the battery cables; refer to
Disconnecting the Battery (page
2. Remove the locknut, carriage bolt, and battery
clamp that secures the battery to the battery tray
(Figure 36).
3. Remove the battery from the battery tray
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5. Battery cover
6. Battery clamp
7. Locknut
8. Carriage bolt
(Figure 36).
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Installing the Battery
1. Align the battery to the battery tray of the
machine (Figure
Note:
Ensure that the positive and negative
posts of the battery are aligned as shown in
Figure 36.
2. Secure the battery to the battery tray with the
battery clamp, carriage bolt, and locknut
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3. Connect the battery cables; refer to
the Battery (page
Connecting the Battery
1. Connect the positive battery cable to the terminal
of the battery
2. Connect the negative battery cable to the
terminal of the battery
3. Install the battery cover onto the top of the
battery (Figure
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
(1.260 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
Disconnecting the Battery (page
2. Connect a 3 to 4 A battery charger to the battery
posts. Charge the battery at a rate of 3 to 4 A
for 4 to 8 hours (12 V).
Note:
Do not overcharge the battery.
3. Install the battery in the chassis; refer to
Installing the Battery (page
Storing the Battery
If you are storing the machine for more than 30 days,
remove the battery and charge it fully. Either store
it on the shelf or on the machine. Leave the cables
disconnected if it is stored on the machine. Store
the battery in a cool atmosphere to avoid quick
deterioration of the charge in the battery. To prevent
the battery from freezing, make sure that it is fully
charged.
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