Toro TimeCutter SS 4260 Operator's Manual page 29

WARNING
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.
5. Slide the rubber cover up the positive (red) cable.
6. Disconnect the positive (red) cable from the battery
post (Figure 35).
Note: Retain all fasteners.
7. Remove the battery hold-down (Figure 35), and lift the
battery from the battery tray.
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Figure 35
1. Battery
2. Positive (+) battery post
3. Bolt, washer, and nut
4. Terminal boot
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5. Negative (–) battery post
6. Wing nut, washer, and bolt
7. Battery hold-down
Charging the Battery
Service Interval: Before storage—Charge the battery and
disconnect battery cables.
1. Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing
the Battery (page 28).
2. Charge the battery for a minimum of 1 hour at 6 to
10 amps.
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 36).
1. Positive (+) battery post
2. Negative (–) battery post
Note: Do not run the machine with the battery
disconnected, electrical damage may occur.
Installing the Battery
1. Position the battery in the tray (Figure 35).
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 (Figure 35).
6. Lower the seat.
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Figure 36
3. Red (+) charger lead
4. Black (–) charger lead