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Charging the battery produces gasses that can
explode.
Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and
flames away from battery.
Warning
4. When the battery is charged, disconnect the charger
from the electrical outlet and battery posts.
5. Install the positive cable (red) to the positive (+)
terminal and the negative cable (black) to the negative
(—) terminal of the battery (Fig ). Secure cables to
posts with capscrews and nuts. Make sure that the
positive (+) terminal is all of the way onto the post and
the cable is positioned snug to the battery. The cable
must not contact the battery cover. Slide the rubber boot
over the positive terminal to prevent a possible short
from occurring.
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Figure 52
1. Positive battery cable 2. Negative battery cable
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Warning
Battery terminals or metal tools could short
against metal components causing sparks. Sparks
can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting
in personal injury.
• When removing or installing the battery, do not
allow the battery terminals to touch any metal
parts of the machine.
• Do not allow metal tools to short between the
battery terminals and metal parts of the
machine.
Warning
6. Coat both battery connections with Grafo 112X
(skin-over) grease, Toro Part No. 505-47, petroleum
jelly, or light grease to prevent corrosion. Slide the
rubber boot over the positive terminal.
Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the
machine 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 connect the positive (red) battery cable
before connecting the negative (black) cable.
Warning
7. Install the battery cover.
Battery Care
Important Before welding on the machine, disconnect
the terminal connector from the alternator to prevent
damage to the electrical system.
Note: Check the battery condition weekly or after every 50
hours of operation. Keep the terminals and the entire
battery case clean because a dirty battery will discharge
slowly. To clean the battery, remove it from the machine,
wash the entire case with a solution of baking soda and
water. Rinse with clear water. Coat the battery posts and
cable connectors with Grafo 112X (skin-over) grease (Toro
Part No. 505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.
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