Electrical System Maintenance; Electrical System Safety; Checking The Electrical System; Checking The Battery Condition - Toro LT-F3000 Operator's Manual

Electrical System
Maintenance

Electrical System Safety

•
Disconnect the battery before repairing the
machine. Disconnect the negative terminal first
and the positive last. Connect the positive terminal
first and the negative last.
•
Charge the battery in an open, well-ventilated
area, away from sparks and flames. Unplug the
charger before connecting or disconnecting the
battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated
tools.
Checking the Electrical
System
Service Interval: Every 500 hours
Inspect all electrical connections and cables and
replace any which are damaged or corroded. Spray a
good-quality water inhibitor onto exposed connections
to prevent moisture ingress.
Checking the Battery
Condition
Service Interval: Every 250 hours
Note:
When removing the battery, always disconnect
the negative (-) cable first.
Note:
When installing the battery, always connect
the negative (-) cable last.
Raise the engine cover. Remove any corrosion from
the battery terminals using a wire brush and apply
petroleum jelly to the terminals to prevent further
corrosion. Clean the battery compartment.
Under normal operating conditions the battery does
not require any further attention. If the machine has
been subject to continuous use under high ambient
temperature conditions, the battery electrolyte may
require topping up.
Remove the cell covers and top up with distilled water
to a height 15 mm below the top of the battery. Install
the cell covers.
Note:
Check the condition of the battery cables.
Install new cables when current ones are showing
signs of wear or damage and tighten any loose
connections as necessary.

Servicing the Battery

Service Interval: Every 250 hours
DANGER
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid
which is a deadly poison and causes severe
burns.
• Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact
with skin, eyes, or clothing. Wear eye
protection to shield your eyes and rubber
gloves to protect your hands.
• Fill the battery where clean water is always
available for flushing the skin.
WARNING
Charging the battery produces gasses that
can explode.
Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks
and flames away from it.
Check the battery condition. Keep the terminals and
the entire battery case clean because a dirty battery
discharges slowly. To clean the battery, wash the
entire case with a solution of baking soda and water.
Rinse it with clear water.
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