Toro TimeCutter SS3225 Operator's Manual page 39

WARNING
Incorrectly removing the cables from
battery 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.
5. Slide the rubber cover off the positive (red)
cable.
6. Disconnect the positive (red) cable from the
battery post (Figure
Note:
Retain all fasteners.
7. Remove the battery hold-down
lift the battery from the battery tray.
Figure 40
1. Battery
2. Positive (+) battery post
3. Bolt, washer, and nut
4. Terminal boot
Charging the Battery
Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery
and disconnect the battery cables.
1. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to
Removing the Battery (page
40).
(Figure 40), and
5. Negative (–) battery post
6. Wing nut, washer, and bolt
7. Battery hold-down
38).
2. Charge the battery for a minimum of 1 hour at
6 to 10 A.
Note:
Do not overcharge the battery.
3. When the battery is fully charged, unplug
the charger from the electrical outlet, then
disconnect the charger leads from the battery
posts (Figure
1. Positive (+) battery post
2. Negative (–) battery post
Installing the Battery
1. Position the battery in the tray
2. Using the fasteners previously removed, install
the positive (red) battery cable to the positive
(+) battery terminal.
3. Using the fasteners previously removed, install
the negative battery cable to the negative (-)
battery terminal.
4. Slide the red terminal boot onto the positive
(red) battery post.
5. Secure the battery with the hold-down
40).
6. Lower the seat.
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41).
Figure 41
3. Red (+) charger lead
4. Black (–) charger lead
(Figure
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40).
(Figure