ProForce Debris Blower
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Electrical System
Battery Storage
If the machine will be stored for more than 30 days:
1. Remove the battery from the machine and charge it
fully (see Battery Service).
2. Either store battery on a shelf o r on the machine.
3. Leave battery cables disconnected if the battery is
stored on the machine.
4. Store battery in a cool atmosphere to avoid quick de-
terioration of t he battery charge.
5. To help prevent the battery from freezing, make sure
it is fully charged (see Battery Service).
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.
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 ex-
plosive, keep open flames and electrical sparks
away from the battery; do not smoke. Nausea
may result if the gases are inhaled. Unplug char-
ger from electrical outlet b efore connecting or
disconnecting charger leads to or from battery
posts.
CAUTION
IMPORTANT: Do not remove battery fill caps while
cleaning.
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 a nd cable connectors with
Battery Terminal Protector (Toro Part No. 107--0392)
or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.
3. Battery cables must be tight on terminals to provide
good electrical contact. Tighten nuts that secure battery
cables from 10 to 15 ft--lb (14 to 20 N--m).
Connecting battery cables to the wrong bat-
tery post c ould result in personal injury and/or
damage to the electrical system.
CAUTION
4. If corrosion occurs at battery t erminals, disconnect
cables. Always disconnect negative (--) cable first.
Clean clamps and terminals separately. Reconnect
cables to battery with positive (+) cable first. Coat bat-
tery posts and cable connectors with Battery Terminal
Protector (Toro Part No. 107--0392) or petroleum jelly to
prevent corrosion.
5. Periodically (at least every 5 0 operating hours)
check battery electrolyte level. Check electrolyte level
every 30 days if m achine is in storage.
6. Maintain battery cell level with distilled water. Do not
fill battery cells above the fill line.
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