Installing The Battery; Charging The Battery - Toro Z Master 8000 Series Setup Instructions

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Installing the Battery

Parts needed for this procedure:
2 Wing nut (1/4 inch)
Procedure
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
CAUTION
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid,
which is poisonous and can cause severe
burns. Swallowing electrolyte can be fatal or
if it touches skin can cause severe burns.
• Wear safety glasses to shield eyes and
rubber gloves to protect skin and clothing
when handling electrolyte.
• Do not swallow electrolyte.
• In the event of an accident, flush with water
and call a doctor immediately.
WARNING
If the ignition is in the O
is potential for sparks and engagement
of components. Sparks could cause an
explosion or moving parts could accidentally
engage causing personal injury.
Be sure that the ignition switch is in the O
position before charging the battery.
Locate the battery-mounting hardware and install the
negative battery cable. Refer to Installing the Battery
in the Operator's Manual.
Note:
If the positive cable is also disconnected,
connect the positive (red) cable to the positive battery
position, there
N
FF
terminal first, then the negative (black) cable to the
negative battery terminal. Slip the insulator boot over
the positive terminal.
Note:
If time does not permit charging the battery,
or if charging equipment is not available, connect
the negative battery cable and run the vehicle
continuously for 20 to 30 minutes to sufficiently charge
the battery.
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Charging the Battery

No Parts Required
Procedure
WARNING
Charging the battery produces gasses that
can explode and cause serious injury.
• Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away
from the battery.
• Make sure that the ignition switch is off.
• Ventilate when charging or using the
battery in an enclosed space.
Important:
Do not run the machine with the
battery disconnected; electrical damage may
occur to the engine.
Charge the battery. Refer to the Operator's Manual
for instructions.
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