Toro TimeCutter Max 54 Manual Del Operador página 77

Storing the Battery
Note:
Follow the tips below to properly store the battery.
• If you are storing the machine for more than 30 days, remove the battery and charge it
fully.
• Store it either on the shelf or on the machine.
• Leave the cables disconnected if they are stored on the machine.
• Store the battery in a cool atmosphere to avoid quick deterioration of the charge in the
battery.
• To prevent the battery from freezing, ensure that it is fully charged.
• The specific gravity of a fully charged battery is 1.265 to 1.299.
Battery Storage Tips
If you are storing the battery outside the machine, do the following:
• Store the battery in a cool, dry area in an upright position.
• Do not stack batteries directly on top of each other, unless they are in cartons.
• Do not stack more than 3 batteries (only 2 if the battery type is commercial).
• Test a wet battery every 4 to 6 months and charge it, if necessary.
• Always test and charge the battery before installation.
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