Toro Workman UTX Operator's Manual page 89

Disconnecting 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 metal parts of the
machine.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from the
battery post (Figure 95).
Figure 95
1. Negative (-) battery cable
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2. Battery post
Removing the Battery
WARNING
Incorrect battery cable routing could damage
the machine and cables, causing sparks.
Sparks can cause the battery gases 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.
1. Disconnect the battery cables
1. Negative battery cable
(black)
2. Positive battery cable (red) 5. Nuts
3. Insulator boot (positive
battery cable)
2. Loosen the locknut securing the battery retainer
and remove the battery from the tray
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(Figure 96).
Figure 96
4. Bolt
(Figure
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97).