Toro 3000D manual Battery Service, Inspection, Maintenance, and Testing, Caps are on tightly

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Battery Service

The battery is the heart of the electrical system. With regular and proper service, battery life can be extend. Additionally, battery and electrical component failure can be prevented.

WARNING

When working with batteries, use extreme cau- tion to avoid slashing or spilling electrolyte. Electrolyte can destroy clothing and burn skin or eyes. Always wear safety goggles and a face shield when working with batteries.

Electrolyte Specific Gravity

Fully charged: 1.265 corrected to 80_F (26.7_C)

Discharged: less than 1.240

Battery Specifications

Groundsmaster 3000

BCI Group 24 Battery

370 Amp Cranking Performance at 0_ F (–17.8_C) 45 Minute Reserve Capacity at 80_F (26.7_C)

Groundsmaster 3000–D (U.S.)

BCI Group 24 Battery

650Amp Cranking Performance at 0_ F (–17.8_C)

130Minute Reserve Capacity at 80_F (26.7_C)

Groundsmaster 3000–D (International) BCI Group 24 Battery

630 Amp Cranking Performance at 0_ F (–17.8_C) 105 Minute Reserve Capacity at 80_F (26.7_C)

Removal (Fig. 68 and 69)

IMPORTANT: Be careful not to damage terminal posts or cable connectors when removing the bat- tery cables.

1.Remove lock nuts, washer, threaded rod, and bat- tery bracket from the battery rod and frame.

2.Disconnect the ground cable (–) first to prevent short circuiting the battery, other components, or the op- erators hands. Disconnect the positive (+) cable.

3.Make sure that the filler caps are on tightly.

4.Remove battery from the battery compartment to a service area. This will minimize possible battery dam- age and allow better access for inspection and service.

Inspection, Maintenance, and Testing

1. Perform following inspections and maintenance:

A.Check for cracks caused by overly tight or loose hold–down clamp. Replace battery if cracked and leaking.

Groundsmaster 3000/3000–D

6

7 3

4

	2		5
			2
	1
		Figure 68
1.	Lock nut	5.	Battery bracket
2.	Threaded rod	6.	Ground cable
3.	Lock nut & washer	7.	Positive cable
4.	Battery rod

FILLER CAPS

CAP TUBES

CORRECT

WATER

LEVEL

COVER SEAL

Figure 69
B. Check battery terminal posts for corrosion. Use
a terminal brush or steel wool to clean corrosion	Electrical System
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning the battery, tape or
from the battery terminal posts.
block the vent holes to the filler caps and make sure
the caps are on tightly.

C.Check for signs of wetness or leakage on the top of the battery which might indicate a loose or mis­ sing filler cap, overcharging, loose terminal post, or overfilling. Also, check the battery case for dirt and oil. Clean the battery with a solution of baking soda and water, then rinse it with clean water.

D.Check that the cover seal is not broken away. Replace the battery if the seal is broken or leaking.

E.Check the electrolyte level in each cell. If the lev­

el is below the tops of the plates in any cell, fill all cells with distilled water to the bottom of the cap

tubes. Charge at 15 to 25 amps for 15 minutes to al­ low sufficient mixing of the electrolyte.

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