Toro 30826 Operator's Manual

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41Incorrect battery cable routing could damage thetractor and cables causing sparks. Sparks cancause the battery gasses to explode, resulting inpersonal injury.• Always disconnect the negative (black) batterycable before disconnecting the positive (red)cable.• Always connect the positive (red) battery cablebefore connecting the negative (black) cable.WarningIf corrosion occurs at the terminals, disconnect the cables,negative (–) cable first, and scrape the clamps and terminalsseparately. Reconnect the cables, positive (+) cable first,and coat the terminals with petroleum jelly.Always disconnect the battery cables, ground cable (–)first, to prevent possible wiring damage from shortswhenever working with the electrical system.CALIFORNIAProposition 65 WarningBattery posts, terminals, and related accessoriescontain lead and lead compounds, chemicalsknown to the State of California to cause cancerand reproductive harm. Wash hands afterhandling.WarningStoring the BatteryIf the machine will be stored more than 30 days, removethe battery and charge it fully. Either store it on the shelf oron the machine. Leave the cables disconnected if it is storedon the machine. Store the battery in a cool atmosphere toavoid quick deterioration of the charge in the battery. Toprevent the battery from freezing, make sure it is fullycharged. The specific gravity of a fully charged battery is1.265–1.299.FusesThe fuses in machines electrical system are located underconsole cover.Preparation for SeasonalStorageTraction Unit1. Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting units, andengine.2. Check the tire pressure. Inflate all tires to 14–18 psi(97–110 kPa).3. Check all fasteners for looseness; tighten as necessary.4. Grease or oil all grease fittings and pivot points. Wipeup any excess lubricant.5. Lightly sand and use touch-up paint on painted areasthat are scratched, chipped, or rusted. Repair any dentsin the metal body.6. Service the battery and cables as follows:A. Remove the battery terminals from the battery posts.B. Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with a wirebrush and baking soda solution.C. Coat the cable terminals and battery posts withGrafo 112X skin-over grease (Toro Part No. 505-47)or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.D. Slowly recharge the battery every 60 days for 24hours to prevent lead sulfation of the battery.Engine1. Drain the engine oil from the oil pan and replace thedrain plug.2. Remove and discard the oil filter. Install a new oil filter.3. Refill the oil pan with approximately 4 U.S. quarts(3.8 l) of SAE15W-40 motor oil.4. Start the engine and run it at idle speed forapproximately two minutes.5. Stop the engine.6. Thoroughly drain all fuel from the fuel tank, fuel lines,fuel filter, and water separator assembly.7. Flush the fuel tank with fresh, clean diesel fuel.8. Secure all fuel system fittings.9. Thoroughly clean and service the air cleaner assembly.10. Seal the air cleaner inlet and the exhaust outlet withweatherproof tape.11. Check anti-freeze protection and add as needed forexpected minimum temperature in your area.

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