Draining The Fuel Tank(S); Electrical System Maintenance; Electrical System Safety; Servicing The Battery - Toro TX 525 Operator's Manual

5. Turn the key in the key switch to the O
The electric fuel pump begins operation, thereby
forcing air out around the air-bleed screw. Leave
the key in the O
N
fuel flows out around the screw.
6. Tighten the screw and turn the key to the O
position.
Note:
The engine should start after the above
bleeding procedures are followed. However, if engine
does not start, air may be trapped between injection
pump and injectors; contact your Authorized Service
Dealer.

Draining the Fuel Tank(s)

Service Interval: Every 2 years
Have an Authorized Service Dealer drain and clean
the fuel tank(s).
position.
N
position until a solid stream of
Electrical System
Maintenance

Electrical System Safety

FF
•
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.
•
Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Protect
your face, eyes, and clothing when working with a
battery.
•
Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes,
sparks, and flames away from the battery.

Servicing the Battery

Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use
a paper towel to clean the battery case. If the battery
terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of
4 parts water and 1 part baking soda. Apply a light
coating of grease to the battery terminals to reduce
corrosion.
Specifications: 12 V, 585 A (cold cranking)
Removing 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.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage
the parking brake (if equipped), and lower the
loader arms.
2. Shut off the engine and remove the key.
3. Open the rear-access cover; refer to
the Rear-Access Cover (page
4. Remove the battery-access panel
31
Opening
25).