Toro 30582 Operator's Manual page 17

3. Check both batteries for charge with a hydrometer. If
batteries check acceptably, slide tray back in place,
secure with capscrews and lockwashers and install side
panel. If batteries require charging, proceed to step 4.
Warning
Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the
tractor and cables, causing sparks. Sparks can
cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in
personal injury.
• Always disconnect the negative (black) battery
cable before disconnecting the positive (red)
cable.
• Always reconnect the positive (red) battery cable
before reconnecting the negative (black) cable.
4. Remove negative (–) battery cables from batteries
(Fig. 2). Connect a 3 to 4 Amp battery charger to the
posts. Charge the batteries at a rate of 3 to 4 Amperes
for 4 to 8 hours.
4
5
Figure 2
1. Battery tray
2. Tray mounting holes
3. Negative (–) connections
3
2
1
4. Positive (+) connections
5. Battery tray mounting
screws
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Warning
Charging the battery produces gasses that can
explode.
Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and
flames away from the battery. Charge batteries in
a open well ventilated area.
5. When batteries are fully charged, disconnect charger
from electrical outlet and battery posts.
6. Install negative (–) cable ends, slide tray back in place,
secure with capscrews and install side panel.