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TX 525 Compact Utility Loader Model No. 22323—Serial No. 290000001 and Up Model No. 22324—Serial No. 290000001 and Up G004222 To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
If you require a spark arrestor, contact your Authorized Service Dealer. Figure 1 Genuine Toro spark arresters are approved by the USDA 1. Model and serial number location Forestry Service. Important: It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate Model No.
Contents Servicing the Cooling System......39 Belt Maintenance............ 40 Checking the Condition of the Hydraulic Introduction..............2 Pump Belt ............40 Safety ................4 Checking the Alternator/Fan Belt Safe Operating Practices ........4 Tension ............40 Slope Indicator............. 7 Controls System Maintenance......... 41 Safety and Instructional Decals ......
Safety • Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys, and wire which can be thrown by the machine. Improper use or maintenance by the operator • Use extra care when handling fuels. They are or owner can result in injury.
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• Do not touch parts which may be hot from • Use only Toro-approved attachments. Attachments operation. Allow them to cool before attempting to can change the stability and the operating maintain, adjust, or service.
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Make any necessary repairs before restarting. • Park the machine on level ground. Never allow untrained personnel to service the machine. • Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained. • Use jack stands to support components when required.
Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 100-8821 93-6686 1. Crushing hazard and cutting hazard of hand—stay a safe 1.
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115-4855 1. Hot surface/burn hazard—wear protective gloves when handling the hydraulic couplers and read the Operator’s Manual for information on handling hydraulic components. 115-4859 1. Disengaged 3. Engaged 2. Parking brake 115-4856 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; maximum load rating of 500 lb (228 Kg); no riders. 115-4861 1.
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Battery Symbols 106-6755 Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1. Engine coolant under 3. Warning—do not touch 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe pressure. the hot surface. distance from the battery. 2. Explosion hazard—read 4.
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115-4864 1. Operator’s Manual location 6. Fuel gauge—diesel 11. Fast 16. Tipping hazard—slow the traction unit when turning, do not travel fast when turning, look behind and down when reversing. 2. Engine—start 7. Engine oil pressure 12. Continuous variable setting 17.
Controls Product Overview Become familiar with all the controls (Figure 4) before you start the engine and operate the traction unit. G005406 Figure 4 1. Auxiliary hydraulics lever 7. Loader arm/attachment tilt lever 2. Key switch 8. Parking brake lever 3.
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Traction Control G008131 Figure 8 Figure 5 • To turn left, rotate the traction control 1. Reference bar (does not move to give you a reference point counterclockwise (Figure 9). and a fixed handle to hold while operating the traction unit) 2.
To operate a hydraulic attachment in reverse direction, rotate the hydraulics lever rearward, then move it left into the upper slot (Figure 12, number 2). If you release the lever while in the forward position, the lever will automatically return to the neutral position (Figure 12, number 3).
Weight 1904 lb (864 Kg) Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to Operating capacity 553 lb (251 Kg) www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments Tipping capacity 1580 lb (717 Kg) and accessories. Wheelbase 31.2 inches (79 cm) Important: Use only Toro approved attachments.
Example: If the attachment installed on a TX model 22323 traction unit has a Front Uphill rating of B, a Rear Uphill rating of D, and a Side Uphill rating of C, then you could drive forward up a 19° slope, rearward up a 12°...
Operation • The blended fuel composition should meet ASTM D975 or EN590. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the • Painted surfaces may be damaged by biodiesel machine from the normal operating position. blends. Important: Before operating, check the fuel and •...
Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily In certain conditions during fueling, static electricity can be released causing a spark 1. Park the traction unit on a level surface, lower the which can ignite the fuel vapors. A fire or loader arms, and stop the engine.
Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Level Service Interval: Every 25 hours Hydraulic Tank Capacity: 12 US gallons (45.4 l) Use 10W-30 or 15W-40 detergent, diesel engine oil (API service CH-4 or higher). 1. Remove the attachment, if one is installed; refer to Removing an Attachment.
Checking, Adding, and Bleeding the Engine Coolant Service Interval: Before each use or daily Clean debris off of the screen, oil cooler, and front of the radiator daily and more often if conditions are extremely dusty and dirty The cooling system is filled with a 50/50 solution of water and permanent ethylene glycol antifreeze.
F. Close the top coolant bleed valve (Figure 20). G. Pour coolant into the coolant filler neck until the coolant level comes into the filler neck (Figure 20). H. Install the coolant fill cap (Figure 20). I. Add coolant into the expansion tank until it reaches the Full line on the side of the tank (Figure 20).
between attempts. Failure to follow these 3. Using a wrench, turn the tow valves on the hydraulic instructions can burn out the starter motor. pumps twice counter-clockwise (Figure 22). 6. Move the throttle lever to desired setting. Important: If the engine is run at high speeds when the hydraulic system is cold (i.e., when the ambient air temperature is near freezing or lower), hydraulic system damage could occur.
These systems are built into the TX, and you should ignore any references to them. Installing an Attachment Important: Use only Toro-approved attachments. Attachments can change the stability and the...
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6. Push the attachment male connector into the female connector on the traction unit. Note: When you connect the attachment male connector first, you will relieve any pressure built up in the attachment. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. Fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene may result.
Important: Connect the attachment hoses together to prevent hydraulic system contamination during storage. 6. Install the protective covers onto the hydraulic couplers on the traction unit. 7. Start the engine, tilt the mount plate forward, and back the traction unit away from the attachment. Securing the Traction Unit for Transport When transporting the traction unit on a trailer, always...
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Replace the hydraulic filter. After the first 8 hours • Change the engine oil and filter. After the first 50 hours •...
If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Remove the key from the ignition before you do any maintenance. Premaintenance Closing the Hood Procedures 1. Lift up on the tab securing the prop-rod (Figure 27) Before opening any of the covers, stop the engine and remove the key.
Opening the Rear Access Removing the Side Screens Cover 1. Open the hood. 2. Slide the side screens (Figure 29) up and out of the 1. Unscrew the 2 hand knobs securing the rear access slots in the front screen and frame. cover to the machine (Figure 28).
Lubrication Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Greasing the Traction Unit Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the Service Interval: Before each use or daily (Grease air filter service indicator. immediately after every washing.) Every 25 hours—Remove air cleaner Grease Type: General-purpose grease.
Servicing the Engine Oil • If the service indicator is clear, clean any debris from cover and install cover. Service Interval: After the first 50 hours—Change the Ensure that the cover is seated correctly and seals engine oil and filter. with the air cleaner body.
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Figure 34 Figure 35 1. Oil drain plug 1. Oil filter 5. When the oil has drained completely, replace the 4. Pour new oil of the proper type through the center plug. hole of the filter. Stop pouring when the oil reaches the bottom of the threads.
Fuel System Maintenance Under certain conditions, diesel fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can cause property damage. • Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, when the engine is off and is cold.
Electrical System pointing in the same direction as the one on the old filter. Maintenance 9. Secure the hoses with the hose clamps. Servicing the Battery Draining the Fuel Tank Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Check the battery Service Interval: Every 2 years electrolyte level (replacement battery Have an Authorized Service Dealer drain and clean the only).
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level is up to the Upper line (Figure 37) on the battery case. 6. Install the battery filler caps. Charging the Battery Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode. G003794 Figure 37 Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from battery.
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Figure 39 illustrates the fuse block and identifies the fuse positions. Figure 40 1. Prop-rod tab 4. Retaining bracket—bottom 2. Retaining bracket—top 5. Hairpin cotter 3. Prop-rod Figure 39 4. Remove the 4 screws securing the fuse panel 1. 30 amp. fuse—main 3.
Drive System Maintenance Servicing the Tracks Service Interval: After the first 50 hours—Check and adjust the track tension. Before each use or daily—Clean the tracks. Before each use or daily—Check the Figure 42 tracks for excessive wear (If the tracks are worn, replace them.) 1.
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(If it does not touch the frame, continue turning the tensioning screw until it does.) Replacing the Tracks (Model 22323) 6. Begin removing the track at the top of the tension wheel, peeling it off of the wheel while rotating the When the tracks are badly worn, replace them.
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Replacing the Tracks (Model 22324) 11. Install the large washers on the wheels over the grease. When the tracks are badly worn, replace them. 12. Install the inner tension wheel and secure it with the 1. Lower the loader arms, stop the engine, and remove nut removed previously (Figure 46).
Cooling System Maintenance Servicing the Cooling System Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Clean the radiator. Every 100 hours—Check the cooling system hoses. Figure 48 Yearly—Change the engine coolant (Authorized Service Dealer only). 1. Road wheel 4. Road wheel cap 2.
Cleaning Radiator Screen Belt Maintenance Before each use, check and clean the radiator screen, located behind the grill at the front of the traction unit. Checking the Condition of the Remove any build-up of grass, dirt or other debris from Hydraulic Pump Belt the radiator screen with compressed air.
Controls System Maintenance The factory adjusts the controls before shipping the traction unit. However, after many hours of use, you may need to adjust the traction control alignment, the neutral position of the traction control, and the tracking of the traction control in the full forward position. Figure 51 Important: To adjust the controls properly, 1.
1. Drive the traction unit with the traction control against the reference bar, noting which direction the traction unit veers. 2. Release the traction control. 3. If the traction unit veers to the left, loosen the right jam nut and adjust the tracking set screw on the front of the traction control (Figure 54).
Hydraulic System Maintenance Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. Fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within Replacing the Hydraulic Filter a few hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene may result. Service Interval: After the first 8 hours •...
Checking the Hydraulic Lines 6. Place a large drain pain (capable of holding 15 US gallons) under the drain plug on the front of the Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Check the traction unit (Figure 57). hydraulic lines for leaks, loose fittings, kinked lines, loose mounting supports, wear, weather, and chemical deterioration.
Cleaning Storage 1. Lower the loader arms, stop the engine, and remove Removing Debris from the the key. Traction Unit 2. Remove dirt and grime from the entire traction unit. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Important: You can wash the traction unit with mild detergent and water.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The starter does not crank 1. The electrical connections are corroded 1. Check the electrical connections for or loose. good contact. 2. A fuse is blown or loose. 2. Correct or replace the fuse. 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine runs, but knocks or misses. 1. Dirt, water, stale fuel, or incorrect fuel 1. Drain and flush the fuel system; add is in the fuel system. fresh fuel. 2. Engine overheating. 2. Refer to Engine Overheats. 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Excessive white smoke from exhaust. 1. The key was turned to the start position 1. Turn the key to the run position and before the glow plug light turned off. allow the glow plug light to turn off before starting the engine.
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