Jump-Starting The Machine - Toro TX 1300 Operator's Manual

Installing the Battery
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 connect the positive (red) battery
cable before connecting the negative (black)
cable.
1. Place the battery on the battery tray and secure
it with the strap, wing nuts, and rods.
Figure 80
1. Positive cable
2. Wing nut and rod (2)
3. Strap
2. Using the fasteners previously removed, install
the positive (red) battery cable to the positive
(+) battery terminal.
3. Slide the red terminal boot onto the positive
battery post.
4. Using the fasteners previously removed, install
the negative (black) battery cable to the negative
(-) battery terminal.
5. Install the front cover assembly.
Servicing a Replacement Battery
The original battery is maintenance-free and does not
require service. For servicing a replacement battery,
refer to the battery manufacturer's instructions.
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4. Negative cable
5. Battery

Jump-Starting the Machine

WARNING
Jump-starting the battery can produce gasses
that can explode.
Do not smoke near the battery, and keep
sparks and flames away from battery.
1. Remove the front cover; refer to
Front Cover (page
2. Check and clean corrosion from the battery
terminals before jump-starting. Ensure that the
connections are tight.
CAUTION
Corrosion or loose connections can
cause unwanted electrical voltage spikes
at any time during the jump-starting
procedure.
Do not attempt to jump-start the machine
with loose or corroded battery terminals,
or damage to the engine may occur.
DANGER
Jump-starting a weak battery that is
cracked or frozen or has a low electrolyte
level or an open/shorted battery cell can
cause an explosion, resulting in serious
personal injury.
Do not jump-start a weak battery if these
conditions exist.
3. Make sure that the booster battery is a good
and fully charged lead-acid battery at 12.6 V or
greater.
Note:
Use properly sized jumper cables with
short lengths to reduce voltage drop between
systems. Make sure that the cables are color
coded or labeled for the correct polarity.
WARNING
Batteries contain acid and produce
explosive gases.
• Shield your eyes and face from the
batteries at all times.
• Do not lean over the batteries.
Note:
Ensure that the vent caps are tight and
level. Place a damp cloth, if available, over any
vent caps on both batteries. Also ensure that the
machines do not touch and that both electrical
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