Servicing The Fuel Tank; Electrical System Maintenance; Electrical System Safety; Servicing The Battery - Toro TITAN HD 1500 Series Operator's Manual

Figure 81
Kohler engine filter shown
5. Open the fuel-shutoff valve.

Servicing the Fuel Tank

Do not attempt to drain the fuel tank. Ensure that an
Authorized Service Dealer drains the fuel tank and
services any components of the fuel system.
Electrical System
Maintenance

Electrical System Safety

•
Disconnect the battery before repairing the
machine. Disconnect the negative terminal first
and the positive last. Connect the positive terminal
first and the negative last.
•
Charge the battery in an open, well-ventilated
area, away from sparks and flames. Unplug the
charger before connecting or disconnecting the
battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated
tools.

Servicing the Battery

Service Interval: Monthly
Removing the Battery
WARNING
Battery terminals or metal tools could short
against metal machine components, causing
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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.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the blade-control switch (PTO), and engage the
parking brake.
2. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3. Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable
from the battery post
Note:
Retain all fasteners.
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(Figure 82).