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Reelmaster 4000–DPage 5 – 30Electrical System (Rev. A)
Battery Service
The battery is the heart of the electrical system. With
regular and proper service, battery life can be extend.
Additionally, battery and electrical component failure
can be prevented.
CAUTION
When working with batteries, use extreme cau-
tion to avoid slashing or spilling electrolyte.
Electrolyte can destroy clothing and burn skin or
eyes. Always wear safety goggles and a face
shield when working with batteries.
Electrolyte Specific Gravity
Fully charged: 1.265 corrected to 80
o
F (26.7
o
C)
Discharged: less than 1.240
Battery Specifications
BCI Group Size 24:
650 CCA at 0
o
F (–17.8
o
C)
Reserve Capacity of 105 minutes at 25 amp and at
80
o
F (26.7
o
C)
Dimensions (not including terminal posts and caps)
Length 10.22 inches (25.96 cm)
Width 6.76 inches (17.17 cm)
Height 9.20 inches (23.39 cm)
Removal
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to damage terminal
posts or cable connectors when removing the bat-
tery cables.
1. Remove battery retainer from the battery.
2. Remove lock nut and cap screw from ground cable
(–) post first and remove cable from battery. This should
prevent short circuiting the battery, other components,
or the operators hands.
3. Remove lock nut and cap screw from positive (+)
cable post and remove cable from battery.
4. Make sure battery vent caps are on tightly.
5. Remove battery from the battery compartment to a
service area. This will minimize possible battery dam-
age and allow better access for inspection and service.
Inspection, Maintenance, and Testing (Fig. 27)
1. Perform following inspections and maintenance:
A. Check for cracks caused by overly tight hold–
down clamp. Replace battery if cracked and leak-
ing.
Figure 27
MAX. FILL
DO NOT OVERFILL
MIN. FILL
TORO
RECYCLE
MADE IN U.S.A.
B. Check battery terminal posts for corrosion. Use
a terminal brush or steel wool to clean corrosion
from the battery terminal posts.
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning the battery, tape or
block vent holes to the filler caps and make sure the
caps are on tightly.
C. Check for signs of wetness or leakage on the top
of the battery which might indicate a loose or mis-
sing filler cap, overcharging, loose terminal post, or
overfilling. Also, check battery case for dirt and oil.
Clean the battery with a solution of baking soda and
water, then rinse it with clean water.
D. Check that the cover seal is not broken away.
Replace the battery if the seal is broken or leaking.
E. Check the electrolyte level in each cell. If the lev-
el is below the tops of the plates in any cell, fill all
cells with distilled water between the minimum and
maximum fill lines. Charge at 15 to 25 amps for 15
minutes to allow sufficient mixing of the electrolyte.
2. Conduct a hydrometer test of the battery electrolyte.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the area around the cells is
clean before opening the battery caps.
A. Measure the specific gravity of each cell with a
hydrometer. Draw electrolyte in and out of the
hydrometer barrel prior to taking a reading to warm–
up the hydrometer. At the same time take the tem-
perature of the cell.