Stand-On Spreader/Sprayer

1. Move the machine to a level surface.

2. Chock the wheels of the machine.

3. Disconnect the spark-plug wires.

4. Release the parking brake.

5. With the motion-control lever in the NEUTRAL position turn the key to the START position.

   Note: The starter must not rotate the engine.

   • If the starter rotates the engine of your machine—the machine does not pass this test, do not operate it. Contact your authorized Toro distributor.

   • If the starter does not rotate the engine—the machine does pass the test: engage the parking brake, connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug, and remove the chock(s) from the wheels.

Control fuel flow to the engine with the fuel-shut-off valve as follows:

• Rotate the handle for the fuel-shut-off valve 90 degrees clockwise to the open the valve.

• Rotate fuel-shut-off valve handle 90 degrees counterclockwise to close the valve.

Figure 18

1. Fuel tank
2. Fuel-shutoff valve (open position)
3. Fuel-shutoff valve (closed position)

1. Ensure that the fuel-shutoff valve is open; refer to Opening and Closing the Fuel-Shut-Off Valve.

2. Move the steering-control/motion-control lever in NEUTRAL position and engage the parking brake; refer to Steering Control, Motion-Control Lever, and Parking-Brake Lever.

   Note: To start the engine, you must engage the parking brake. (You can start the engine while you are off the platform.)

3. Move the throttle lever midway between the SLOW and FAST positions; refer to Throttle Control.

4. If the engine is cold, pull up the choke control to the ON position; refer to Choke Control.

   Note: If the engine is warm , push down the choke lever to the OFF position.

5. Rotate the ignition switch to the START position; refer to Ignition Switch.

   Note: When the engine starts, release the switch.

   Important: Do not crank the engine continuously for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, allow a 60 second cool-down period between starting attempts. Failure to follow these guidelines can overheat the starter motor

6. If the choke control is in the ON position, gradually move the lever down, toward the OFF position as the engine warms up.

1. Move the steering-control/motion-control lever to the NEUTRAL position and bring the machine to a full stop; refer to Steering Control and Motion-Control Lever.

2. Place the throttle in the midway between the SLOW and FAST positions; refer to Throttle Control.

3. Run the engine for a minimum of 15 seconds, then turn the ignition switch to the OFF position; refer to Ignition Switch.

4. Engage the parking brake; refer to Parking-Brake Lever.

5. Remove the key; refer to Ignition Switch.

6. Close the fuel-shutoff valve when you are not using the machine for a few days, when transporting it, or when it is parked inside a building; refer to Opening and Closing the Fuel-Shut-Off Valve.

Important: If the motion-control lever does not return to the NEUTRAL position when you release it, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

Important: To begin moving the machine (forward or backward), the parking-brake lever must be released (pulled up) before you move the motion-control lever.

Before you start using the spreader, calibrate the spreader for the material that you will disperse; refer to Calibrating the Spreader.

Important: Prior to filling the hopper, verify that you have set the proper spreader-application rate.

Calibrate the spreader each time you use a new material. The spreader broadcasts material in a pattern 1.5 to 6.7 m (5 to 22 ft) wide depending on the material particle size, volume/density, rate of travel, and wind conditions.

Use the Spreading Charts along with information from Determining the Distribution Pattern, Determining the Effective Spreading Width, and Calculating the Application Rate when calibrating the spreader.

Maximum hopper weight capacity: 79 kg (175 lb)

1. Drive the machine to the work site.

2. Move the machine to a level surface, move motion-control lever to the NEUTRAL position, shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, remove key, and engage parking brake.

3. Ensure that the wide-distribution impeller-gate lever is in the fully forward (closed) position; refer to Wide-distribution Impeller-Gate Lever.

4. Use the Spreading Charts to determine the setting for the drop-rate cam (Figure 24).

   Note: If the setting is not listed for the type of material that you are using, set the cam to the setting with a lower value then adjust as needed.

   

   Figure 24

   1. Cover
   2. Hopper
   3. Drop-rate cam

5. Remove the cover from the hopper, add the material that you are spreading, and install the cover onto the hopper (Figure 24).

   Note: Do not overload the hopper; the maximum weight capacity of the hopper is 79 kg (175 lb).

   Note: You may place 1 extra bag of granular product on top of the sprayer tank if necessary.

Note: Before you use the sprayer for the first time or change the nozzles or when the sprayer is out of adjustment—calibrate the sprayer for ground speed and flow rate.

Note: The left and right sprayer boom nozzles are wide pattern (white) nozzles and the center nozzle is a narrow pattern (red) nozzle.

Note: Refer to the chemical product label for application rate recommendations.

The method to calibrate the sprayer flow involves driving a preset distance, recording the time, and then measuring the amount of liquid applied during that time.

Operator supplied equipment:

• A drain hose with a 1/2–14 inch NPT male coupling

• A drain container (capacity varies with remaining sprayer tank content)

• PTFE thread sealant

1. Move the machine to a level surface at the designated area for emptying and cleaning the sprayer tank, move motion-control lever to the NEUTRAL position, shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, remove key, and engage parking brake.

2. Remove the plug from the drain valve for the sprayer tank (Figure 42).

   Note: The drain valve is located at the left side of the machine.

   

   Figure 42

   1. Drain valve
   2. Plug

3. Thread a drain hose (operator provided) into the end of the drain valve.

4. Put the free end of the drain hose into a container with enough capacity to hold the remaining content of the sprayer tank.

   Note: Use the quantity marks at the front, left side of the sprayer tank for determine the quantity of chemical solution in the tank.

5. Rotate the handle for the drain valve clockwise 90° to drain the tank (Figure 42).

   Allow the sprayer tank to drain completely.

6. Apply PTFE thread sealant to the threads of the plug.

7. Close the tank-drain valve, remove the drain hose, and install the drain plug into the valve (Figure 42).

   Note: Dispose of the sprayer chemicals according to local codes and the chemical manufacturer's instructions.

Important: To ensure that your chemical solution remains well mixed, use the agitation feature whenever you have solution in the tank. For the agitation feature to work, set the sprayer-pump switch to the ON position, pull back the tank-agitation lever, and run the engine at high idle. If you shut off the machine and agitation is needed, leave the motion-control lever in the NEUTRAL position, engage the parking brake, increase the throttle to the FAST position, switch on the pump and set agitation lever.

Note: Calibrate the sprayer before you start the spray application; refer to Calibrating the Sprayer.

1. Set the sprayer-pump switch to the ON position.

2. Drive the machine to the job site.

3. Push forward the tank-agitation lever to the OFF position.

   Note: There is some agitation effect even while the tank-agitation lever is in the OFF position.

4. Adjust the sprayer-pressure control to the setting that you determined in Calibrating the Sprayer.

5. Move the narrow or wide-spray pattern lever to the ON position and begin spraying.

   Important: Do not use both the narrow and wide controls at the same time.

   

   Figure 43

   Narrow-spray pattern

   1. Overlap area
   2. Effective spray area
   

   Figure 44

   Wide-spray pattern

   1. Overlap area
   2. Effective spray area

6. When you finish spraying, push forward the spray-pattern levers and set the sprayer-pump switch to the OFF position.

   Note: If you need to continue to mix the sprayer tank contents, leave the sprayer-pump switch in the ON position and pull back the tank-agitation lever.

Figure 45

1. Overlap area—narrow spray pattern
2. Effective spray area
3. Forward
4. Overlap area—wide spray pattern
5. 2.4 m (8 ft)
6. Sprayer Off—do not spray when turning the machine 180°
7. End of spraying job
8. Property fence
9. Gate

• Do not overlap the effective spray area that you have previously sprayed (see Figure 45).

• Watch for plugged sprayer nozzles.

• Move the narrow-and wide-spray pattern levers to the OFF position to stop the spray flow before stopping the motion of the machine. Once stopped, leave the motion-control lever in NEUTRAL and leave the sprayer-pump switch in the ON position.

• You obtain better results if the machine is moving when spray controls are turned ON.

• Ensure adequate pump pressure for proper spray distribution by push forward the tank-agitation lever to the OFF position.

• Watch for changes in the application rate. Changes in the application rate indicate that your ground speed has changed beyond the operating range of the nozzles or there is a problem with the sprayer system.

Note: When the tank is nearly empty, the tank agitation may cause foaming of the chemical solution in the tank. In this case, push forward the tank agitation lever to the OFF position. Alternatively, if an anti-foaming agent compatible with the existing chemical—add the anti-foaming agent according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

1. Remove the wand from the holder at the right side of the machine (Figure 46).

   

   Figure 46

   1. Wand holder
   2. Trigger
   3. Trigger lock
   4. Wand
   5. Nozzle

2. Firmly grip the spray wand and point it in the direction that you will spray.

   Note: The wand may recoil; ensure that you hold it securely.

3. Adjust the pump pressure to the spray wand perform the following:

   • To increase the pump pressure to the wand, rotate the wand-pressure control counterclockwise (Figure 47).

     

     Figure 47

     1. Sprayer wand pressure control

   • To decrease pressure to the wand, rotate the control clockwise direction (Figure 47).

   • To shut off the pressure to the wand, rotate the wand-pressure control clockwise until the valve for the control is closed (Figure 47).

4. Squeeze the trigger to the spray-wand handle to begin spraying; lock the trigger in place if desired (Figure 46).

5. When finished spraying, if you locked the trigger of the spray-wand—unlock it, and release the trigger (Figure 46)

6. Rotate the sprayer-wand pressure control clockwise to the OFF position (Figure 47).

7. Insert the wand into the wand holder (Figure 46).

1. Empty the sprayer tank; refer to Emptying the Sprayer Tank.

2. Fill the sprayer tank with 19 L (5 US gallons) or more of clean water and install the cap; refer to Filling the Spray Tank.

3. Engage the parking brake, move the steering-control/motion-control lever to the NEUTRAL position, and start the engine (Figure 50); refer to Starting the Engine.

   

   Figure 50

   1. Ignition switch
   2. Agitation-pump lever
   3. Narrow-spray pattern lever
   4. Wide-spray pattern lever
   5. Choke
   6. Throttle
   7. Sprayer-pump/tank-agitation switch

4. Set the sprayer-pump switch to the ON position, and set the engine throttle to FAST position (Figure 50).

5. Move the tank-agitation lever to the ON position (Figure 50).

Important: Always empty and clean the sprayer immediately after each use. Failure to do so may cause the chemicals to dry or thicken in the lines, clogging the pump and other components.

1. Pull back both narrow and wide-spray pattern levers to the ON position (Figure 50).

   The sprayer nozzles begin spraying.

2. Allow the rinse water in the tank to spray through the nozzles.

3. Check that all 3 nozzles are spraying correctly.

4. Remove the sprayer wand from the holder, point the wand in a safe direction, and squeeze the trigger; refer to Spray-Wand Trigger and Trigger Lock.

   Note: Allow the rinse water to discharge from the wand for 1 to 2 minutes.

5. Release the trigger for the wand and return it to the holder on the machine (Figure 7).

6. Move the spray-pattern levers forward to the OFF position, set the sprayer-pump switch to the OFF position, and shut off the engine (Figure 50).

7. Clean the strainer; refer to Cleaning the Strainer.

8. Repeat steps 2 through 7 using cleaners and neutralizers recommended by the chemical manufacturers; refer to Filling the Spray Tank.

9. Repeat steps 2 through 7 using clean water only.

1. Using a hose to wash off the outside of the sprayer tank with clean water.

   Note: Do not use a power washer to clean the machine. The high-pressure water may force residual corrosive materials into spreader-spreader components.

2. Remove and clean the sprayer nozzles; refer to Cleaning the Sprayer Nozzle.

   Note: Replace damaged or worn nozzles.

3. Allow the spreader-sprayer to completely dry before the next use.

Important: If you used wettable-powder chemicals, clean the strainer after each time that you rinse the sprayer tank.

1. Empty the sprayer tank; refer to Emptying the Sprayer Tank.

2. Rotate the handle of the pump-shutoff valve 90° counterclockwise to the CLOSE position (Figure 51).

   

   Figure 51

   1. Strainer
   2. Pump-shutoff valve

3. Align a drain pan under the strainer (Figure 51).

4. Rotate the strainer bowl counterclockwise and remove the bowl and screen from the body of the strainer (Figure 52).

   Note: Remove the strainer bowl by hand.

   Note: Replace the gasket or screen or both if these parts are worn or damaged

   

   Figure 52

   1. Strainer body
   2. Gasket
   3. Screen
   4. Strainer bowl

5. Allow any residual chemical solution to drain from the strainer body.

   Note: Dispose of the waste solution according to local codes and the chemical manufacturer's instructions.

6. Use a soft-bristle brush and clean water to clean the screen and bowl

7. Install the screen into the strainer body (.Figure 52).

8. Install the gasket and strainer bowl onto the strainer body, and hand tighten the bowl (Figure 52).

9. Rotate the handle of the pump-shutoff valve 90° clockwise to the OPEN position (Figure 51).

1. Rotate the nozzle cap 90° counterclockwise and remove the cap from the nozzle body (Figure 53).

   

   Figure 53

   1. Nozzle body
   2. Strainer
   3. Gasket
   4. Sprayer tip
   5. Nozzle cap
   6. Atomizer
   7. Slot
   8. Regulator case

2. Remove the sprayer tip, gasket, and strainer from the nozzle body (Figure 53).

   Note: Replace any worn or damaged nozzle parts.

3. Use a soft-bristle brush and clean water to clean the nozzle tip, gasket, and strainer.

4. Assemble the strainer into the nozzle body (Figure 53).

5. Assemble the sprayer tip and gasket into the nozzle cap (Figure 53).

6. Install the tip, gasket, and cap onto the nozzle body (.Figure 53).

   Note: Use the slot to rotate the atomizer (Figure 53) of the sprayer tip forward (in-line with the flow-regulator case of the nozzle body).

7. Rotate the nozzle cap 90° clockwise (Figure 53).

8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 for the 2 other sprayer nozzles.

Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all the necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all the safety instructions.

1. If using a trailer, connect it to the towing vehicle and connect the safety chains.

2. If applicable, connect the trailer brakes.

3. Lower the ramp.

4. Raise the operator platform.

5. Back the machine up the ramp (Figure 54).

   

   Figure 54

   1. Back the machine up the ramp.
   2. Walk the machine forward down the ramp.

6. Secure the machine; refer to Securing the Machine for Transport.

Note: Refer to the chemical-warning-product label(s) before transporting the machine and follow all local/state/federal requirements for transporting chemicals.

Note: Ensure that the spreader-hopper cover and the spray wand are secure before transporting.

1. At the left side of the machine, ensure that the shutoff valve for the sprayer tank is closed and the drain plug is secure. At the right side of the machine, ensure that the pump-shutoff valve is closed.

2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and engage the parking brake.

3. Close the fuel valve and block the tires.

4. Use the tie-down points on the machine to securely bind the machine to the trailer or truck with straps, chains, cable, or ropes (Figure 55). Refer to local regulations for trailer and tie-down requirements.

   

   Figure 55

   1. Front tie-down points
   2. Rear tie-down points

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from getting into the engine and causing damage (Figure 58).

   

   Figure 58

   1. Air-cleaner cover
   2. Paper-filter element
   3. Foam element
   4. Hold-down rod
   5. Wing nuts

3. Rotate the wing nut that secures the air-cleaner cover counterclockwise and remove the air-cleaner cover (Figure 58).

4. Rotate the wing nut that secures the paper and foam-filter elements counterclockwise and remove the filter elements from the hold-down rod (Figure 58).

5. Carefully pull the foam element off the paper element (Figure 58).

   Note: Inspect the paper and foam-filter elements for damage or an excessive accumulation of dirt. Replace the damaged filters. Clean the foam-filter element if it is dirty. Replace the paper-filter element if it is dirty.

1. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, or damaged (Figure 58).

   Important: Replace the foam element if it is worn or damaged.

2. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly.

3. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth.

4. Air dry the foam-filter element.

Important: To prevent engine damage, always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air-cleaner assembly installed.

1. Carefully slide the foam-filter element onto the paper-filter element (Figure 58).

2. Align the hole in the top plate of the paper-filter element with the hold-down rod of the carburetor (Figure 58).

3. Secure the filter elements to the carburetor with the wing nut (Figure 58) that you removed in step 4 of Removing the Foam and Paper Elements.

4. Align the hole in the air-cleaner cover with the hold-down rod (Figure 58) and secure the cover to the rod with the wing nut that you removed in step 3 of Removing the Foam and Paper Elements.

Important: Do not operate the engine with the oil level below the Low (or Add) mark on the dipstick, or over the Full mark.

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Align a drain pan with a capacity of 1.5 L (1.6 US qt) or greater below the drain valve at the bottom of the skid plate and inboard from the battery tray (Figure 61).

   

   Figure 61

   1. Drain valve
   2. Hex-head stem
   3. Battery tray
   4. Skid plate
   5. Front of the machine

3. Open the drain valve by rotating the hex-head stem of the valve counterclockwise with a wrench (Figure 61).

   Note: Allow the engine oil to drain completely.

4. Close the drain valve clockwise until the valve is fully seated (Figure 61).

   Note: Wipe clean any residual oil from the drain valve.

Engine Oil Capacity: 1.1 L (1.2 US qt)

Important: Do not operate the engine with the oil level below the Low (or Add) mark on the dipstick, or over the Full mark.

1. Remove the dipstick from the filler neck of the engine and wipe clean the dipstick with a rag (Figure 62).

   

   Figure 62

   1. Dipstick
   2. Filler neck

2. Slowly pour 1.1 L (1.2 US qt) of the specified oil into the crank case of the engine through the filler neck (Figure 62).

3. Insert the dipstick from the engine as shown in Figure 63.

   Note: Do not thread the dipstick into the filler neck when checking the engine oil level.

   

   Figure 63

   1. Dipstick
   2. Maximum oil level
   3. Minimum oil level

4. Remove the dipstick from the filler neck and look at the oil level in the dipstick (Figure 62).

   Note: The engine oil level must cover between the hatch marked areas on the dipstick (Figure 62).

5. If the oil level is low, add the specified oil into the engine until the oil level is between the hatch marked areas on the dipstick.

   Note: Do not overfill the engine with oil.

6. Hand tighten the dipstick into the filler neck (Figure 62).

Spark Plug Type: NGK BR6HS, Champion RTL86C, or equivalent

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Remove the spark plug as shown in Figure 64.

   

   Figure 64

Air Gap: 0.6 to 0.7 mm (0.02 to 0.03 inch)

Important: Do not clean the spark plug(s). Always replace the spark plug(s) when it has a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks.

If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is dirty.

Use a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap to 0.6 to 0.7 mm (0.02 to 0.03 inch).

Figure 65

Tighten the spark plug as follows:

• New spark plug—12 to 15 N∙m (8.7 to 10.8 ft-lb)

• In-service spark plug—23 to 27 N∙m (16.6 to 19.5 ft-lb)

Figure 66

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Allow the muffler to cool.

3. Remove the 2 self-tapping screws that secure the tail screen to the muffler cover and remove the screen (Figure 68 and Figure 68).

   

   Figure 67

   

   Figure 68

   1. Flanged-head bolt
   2. Bolts
   3. Muffler cover
   4. Tail screen
   5. Self-tapping screw
   6. Muffler
   7. Spark arrester
   8. Self-tapping screw

4. Remove the 2 bolts and 1 flanged-head bolt that secures the muffler cover to the muffler (Figure 68).

5. Remove the self-tapping screw that secure the spark arrester to the muffler and remove the spark arrester (Figure 68).

1. Remove the spark arrester (Figure 68).

2. If there are any breaks in the screen or welds are observed, replace the arrester.

3. Clean the arrester with a wire brush and soak in solvent if necessary (Figure 69).

   

   Figure 69

4. Install the spark arrester; reverse the steps completed in Removing the Spark Arrester

1. Move the fuel-shut-off valve to the OFF position; refer to Opening and Closing the Fuel-Shut-Off Valve.

2. Align a drain pan with a 6.1 L (1.6 US gallons) capacity with a under the carburetor.

3. Rotate the sediment cup counterclockwise and remove the cup from the carburetor.

   Note: Check the seal for the sediment cup for damage or wear; replace the seal if it is damaged or worn.

4. Move the fuel-shutoff valve to the ON position.

   Note: Allow the fuel system to drain completely.

5. Remove the 2 bolts 6 x 25 mm and 2 nuts 8 mm that secure the fuel tank to the tank supports (Figure 71).

   

   Figure 71

   1. Fuel tank
   2. Strainer
   3. Fuel hose
   4. Nuts 8 mm
   5. Tank supports
   6. Bolt 6 x 25 mm
   7. Clamps

6. Loosen the hose clamp and disconnect fuel hose from the fitting on the carburetor (Figure 72).

   

   Figure 72

   1. Fitting (carburetor)
   2. Clamp
   3. Fuel hose

7. Remove the fuel tank from the crankcase of the engine (Figure 71 and Figure 73).

   

   Figure 73

   1. Fuel hose
   2. Boss
   3. Strainer
   4. Fuel tank

1. Loosen the hose clamp and disconnect the fuel hose from the fitting at the fuel strainer (Figure 71).

2. Rotate the fuel strainer counterclockwise and remove it from the fuel tank (Figure 71).

   Note: Check the seal and the fuel strainer for damage or wear. Replace the seal or fuel strainer if the seal or strainer are damaged.

3. Clean the fuel strainer in fresh gasoline or kerosene.

4. Thread the fuel strainer into the fuel tank (Figure 71).

5. Torque the fuel strainer to 3.0 to 4.0 N∙m (2.2 to 2.9 ft-lb).

6. Align the fuel hose that you removed in step 1 over the fitting on the fuel strainer (Figure 71 and Figure 73).

7. Secure the hose to the strainer fitting with the clamp (Figure 71 and Figure 73).

1. Apply medium-grade thread-locking compound to the 8 mm studs in the fuel tank and the 2 bolts 6 x 25 mm.

2. Align the fuel tank to the tank supports on the engine (Figure 71).

3. Align the fuel hose that you removed in step 6 of Removing the Fuel Tank to the fitting on the carburetor (Figure 72 and Figure 73).

4. Secure the hose to the carburetor fitting with the clamp (Figure 72).

5. Assemble the tank to the tank supports on the engine with the 2 bolts 6 x 25 mm and 2 nuts 8 mm (Figure 71).

6. Torque the 6 mm bolts to 945 to 1171 N∙m (86 to 106 in-lb).

7. Hand tighten the sediment cup into the carburetor.

8. Add fuel to the fuel tank, open the fuel-shutoff valve, and check for fuel leaks.

   Note: Do not add too much fuel to the tank before you have confirmed that there are no fuel leaks.

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Remove the free end of the battery strap from the buckle and remove the battery cover from the battery box (Figure 74).

   

   Figure 74

   1. Battery box
   2. Battery support
   3. Buckle
   4. Battery strap
   5. Battery cover
   6. Negative terminal
   7. Positive terminal

3. Measure the voltage of the battery with a voltmeter.

4. Use the table below to locate the charge state or the battery, and if needed, the battery-charger setting and charging interval recommended to charge the battery to 12.6 V or greater; refer to the battery charge table below.

   Important: Ensure that the negative battery cable is disconnected, and the battery charger used for charging the battery has an output of 16 V and 7 A or less to avoid damaging the battery (see chart for recommended charger settings).

   Battery Charge Table

   Voltage Reading	Percent Charge	Maximum Charger Settings	Charging Interval
   12.6 or greater	100%	16 V/7 A	No Charging Required
   12.4 – 12.6	75–100%	16 V/7 A	30 Minutes
   12.2 – 12.4	50–75%	16 V/7 A	1 Hour
   12.0–12.2	25–50%	14.4 V/4 A	2 Hours
   11.7–12.0	0–25%	14.4 V/4 A	3 Hours
   11.7 or less	0%	14.4 V/2 A	6 Hours or More

5. If the positive cable is also disconnected, connect the positive (red) cable to the positive-battery terminal and slip terminal cover over the positive terminal (Figure 74).

6. Remove the screw, washer, and ground cable from the engine. Secure the battery cable to the battery terminal with the bolt, washer, and nut and torque the nut and bolt to 1978 to 2542 N∙cm (175 to 225 in-lb).

   Note: If time does not permit charging the battery or if charging equipment is not available, connect the negative-battery cables and run the vehicle continuously for 20 to 30 minutes to charge the battery.

7. Align the battery cover to the battery box and secure the cover and box to the battery tray with the battery strap (Figure 74).

Important: Always keep the battery fully charged (1.265 specific gravity) to prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 32°F (0°C).

1. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing the Battery.

2. Check the electrolyte level.

3. Ensure that the filler caps are installed on the battery.

4. Charge the battery for 1 hour at 25 to 30 A or 6 hours at 4 to 6 A.

5. When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the charger leads from the battery posts (Figure 75).

6. Install the battery onto the machine and connect the battery cables; refer to Installing the Battery.

   Note: Do not run the machine with the battery disconnected; electrical damage may occur.

   

   Figure 75

   1. Positive battery post
   2. Negative battery post
   3. Red (+) charger lead
   4. Black (-) charger lead

1. Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine.

2. Remove the battery cover (Figure 74); refer to step 2 of Checking the Battery Charge.

3. Remove the hex-flanged bolt and flanged nut from the negative-battery cable and negative (-) battery terminal, and remove the cable from the battery (Figure 76).

   

   Figure 76

   1. Negative-battery-cable cover (black)
   2. Flanged nut
   3. Negative (-) battery terminal
   4. Flanged bolt
   5. Positive (+) battery terminal

4. Slide the red-terminal cover off the positive-battery terminal (Figure 76).

5. Remove the hex-flanged bolt and flanged nut from the positive (red) battery cable and the positive (+) battery terminal, and remove the cable from the battery (Figure 76).

6. Remove the battery and battery box from the battery tray of the machine.

1. Place the battery into the battery box.

2. Position the battery and battery box onto the battery tray of the machine.

3. Install the positive (red) battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with a flanged bolt and flanged nut (Figure 76).

4. Slide the red terminal cover over the positive-battery terminal.

5. Install the negative battery cable to the negative (-) battery terminal with a flanged bolt and flanged nut (Figure 76).

6. Align the battery cover to the battery box and secure the cover and box to the battery tray with the battery strap (Figure 74)

Improper chemical disposal can pollute the environment and cause health issues.

Follow the disposal directions on the chemical-manufacturer’s label. Dispose of chemicals and containers in accordance to local/state/federal laws.

Engine oil and hydraulic fluid are both pollutants to the environment. Dispose of used pollutants at a certified-recycling center or according to your state and local regulations.

Federal law states that batteries should not be placed in the garbage. Management and disposal practices for batteries must follow relevant federal, state, or local laws.

Take the battery to a local certified-recycling center if you replace a worn or damaged battery or if the machine no longer operates and is being scrapped.

Note: If no local recycling is available, return the battery to any certified battery seller.