Battery - Toro Z-Master Z149 Manual

2. To replace fuses pull out on the fuse to remove it
(Fig. 51).
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Figure 51
1. Main—20 amp

Battery

Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 25 hours.
Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a
paper towel to clean the battery case. If the battery
terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of four
parts water and one part baking soda. Apply a light
coating of grease to the battery terminals to prevent
corrosion.
Voltage: 12 v
Checking Electrolyte Level
1. Open covers to see into the cells. The electrolyte must
be up to the lower part of the tube (Fig. 52). Do not
allow the electrolyte to get below the plates (Fig. 52).
2. If the electrolyte is low, add the required amount of
distilled water; refer to Adding Water to the Battery.
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2. Alternator—20 amp
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Figure 52
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. 52).
3. Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until
the level is up to the lower part of the tube (Fig. 52).
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 43.
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.
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.
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3. Plates