Toro 4100-D service manual Battery Storage, Battery Care

Service and Repairs

NOTE: For engine component repair information, see the Kubota Workshop Manual, Diesel Engine, V2403--M--T--E3B Series at the end of Chapter 3 -- Ku- bota Diesel Engine.

Battery Storage

If the machine will be stored for more than 30 days:

1.Remove the battery and charge it fully (see Battery Service in this section).

2.Either store battery on a shelf or on the machine.

3.Leave cables disconnected if the battery is stored on the machine.

4.Store battery in a cool atmosphere to avoid quick de- terioration of the battery charge.

5.To help prevent the battery from freezing, make sure it is fully charged (see Battery Service in this section).

Battery Care

1.Battery electrolyte level must be properly main- tained. The top of the battery must be kept clean. lf the machine is stored in a location where temperatures are extremely high, the battery will discharge more rapidly than if the machine is stored in a location where temper- atures are cool.

WARNING

Wear safety goggles and rubber gloves when working with electrolyte. Charge battery in a well ventilated place so gasses produced while charging can dissipate. Since the gases are explosive, keep open flames and electrical sparks away from the battery; do not smoke. Nausea may result if the gases are inhaled. Un- plug charger from electrical outlet before con- necting or disconnecting charger leads to or from battery posts.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove fill caps while clean- ing.

2.Check battery condition weekly or after every 50 hours of operation. Keep terminals and entire battery case clean because a dirty battery will discharge slowly.

A.Clean battery by washing entire case with a solu- tion of baking soda and water. Rinse with clear water.

B.Coat battery posts and cable connectors with ter- minal protector (Toro Part No. 107--0392) or petro- leum jelly to prevent corrosion.

3.Battery cables must be tight on terminals to provide good electrical contact.

WARNING

Connecting cables to the wrong post could re- sult in personal injury and/or damage to the elec- trical system.

4.If corrosion occurs at terminals, disconnect cables. Always disconnect negative (--) cable first. Clean clamps and terminals separately. Connect cables with positive (+) cable first. Coat battery posts and cable con- nectors with terminal protector (Toro Part No. 107--0392) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.

5.Check electrolyte level every 25 operating hours and every 30 days if machine is in storage.

6.Maintain cell level with distilled water. Do not fill cells above the fill line.

Electrical System

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