Replacing The Fuses; Servicing The Battery - Toro 74596 Operator's Manual

Replacing the Fuses

The electrical system is protected by fuses. They are located
beneath the hood, near the fuel tank (Figure 34). If a fuse
goes out, check the circuit wiring for a short.
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1. Fuses
To replace a fuse, pull up to remove the old fuse from the
socket. Insert a new fuse by pushing it down into the socket.
Note: Ensure that the new fuse has the same amperage as
the old fuse that you are replacing.

Servicing the Battery

Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a paper
towel to clean the battery and battery box. If the battery
terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of 4 parts
water and 1 part baking soda. Apply a light coating of grease
to the battery terminals to prevent them from corroding.
Battery voltage and amperage: 12 volts, 190 cold cranking
amps
Removing the Battery
WARNING
Battery terminals or metal tools could short against
metal machine 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 the metal parts of the
machine.
1. Disengage the blades (PTO).
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Figure 34
4. Remove the ignition key.
5. Lift up the seat to see the battery.
6. Lift the rubber cover up off the negative (black) cable.
7. Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable from the
battery post (Figure 35).
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1. Rubber cover
2. Negative cable (black),
boot not shown for clarity
WARNING
Routing the battery cables improperly 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.
8. Lift the rubber cover up off the positive (red) cable.
9. Disconnect the positive (red) cable from the battery
post (Figure 35).
10. Remove the battery hold down rod.
11. Remove the battery from the chassis.
Installing the Battery
1. Place the battery into the chassis with the battery posts
toward the rear of the machine (Figure 35).
2. Secure the battery in the chassis with the hold down
rod.
3. Using the bolt and wing nut, connect the positive (red)
cable to the positive (+) battery post (Figure 35). Slide
the rubber cover over the battery post.
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Figure 35
3. Positive cable (red)