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- Page 1 Form No. 3326–482 Mid–Size Mower ProLine Gear 15 HP with 44 in. Side Discharge Mower Model No. 30254—210005001 and Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Installing the Hairpin Cotter Pins ... . The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee ... . . 2000 by The Toro Company... -
Page 3: Introduction
Authorized Service Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates... - Page 4 Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. Slow down and use caution when making turns and They are flammable and vapors are explosive. crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop blades if not mowing. Use only an approved container Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not Never remove gas cap or add fuel with engine point it at anyone.
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Page 5: Toro Mower Safety
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. from The following list contains safety information the mowing area. Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Tall specific to Toro products or other safety information grass can hide obstacles. that you must know that is not included in the ANSI Use slow speed so that you will not have to stop while standards. - Page 6 Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away from battery. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate the skin and cause injury. Use cardboard or paper to find hydraulic leaks. Never use your hands.
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Page 7: Slope Chart
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Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals
Safety and Instruction 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. 67–5360 63–8440 68–8340 66–1340 54–9220 43–8480 95–2814... - Page 10 104–8569 104–8186 98–0776 105–0840 52–2010 82–2290 82–2280 98–3256 98–4387 104–8175...
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Page 12: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Warning Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious available. -
Page 13: Setup
Engine Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro Installing the Control Panel 1. Remove the bolts and nuts holding the control panel to the rear frame. Discard these nuts and bolts. -
Page 14: Installing The Shift Lever
Installing the Shift Lever 1. Remove the locknut (3/8 in.) and spring washer from the stud on top of the transmission. Note: Do not remove rubber seal washer and square hole washer from transmission shaft. 2. Slide shift lever through control panel and align m–5221 mounting hole in lever with square on transmission Figure 2... -
Page 15: Installing The Upper Handle
Rear View m–5317 Figure 6 1. Upper handle 5. Upper mounting hole 2. Rear frame 6. Lower mounting hole 3. Flange bolt, 3/8 x 1 in. 7. Low position 4. Flange nut, 3/8 in. 8. High position m–5458 Figure 5 1. -
Page 16: Installing The Hairpin Cotter Pins
3. Check the gap between upper control bar and fixed bar Note: Make sure brake rod is installed in front F with wheel drive fully engaged. Gap should be mounting hole in idler bracket. approximately 1 to 1-1/4 in. (25–32 mm) (Fig. 8). 8. -
Page 17: Think Safety First
Think Safety First Parking Brake Lever – Pull back on upper control bar and swing brake lever up against the upper handle. Carefully read all the safety instructions and decals in the Ignition Switch – Key switch is used in conjunction with safety section. -
Page 18: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Releasing the Parking Brake Stopping 1. Pull rearward on the upper control bar (Fig. 14). 1. Move the throttle lever to slow (Fig. 15). Lower the parking brake lock to the released position. 2. Let engine idle for 30 to 60 seconds before turning the 2. -
Page 19: The Safety Interlock System
4. Repeat procedure to engage mower blades if blade 1. Set the parking brake and start the engine :refer to control bail is released. Starting and Stopping the Engine, page 18 2. Squeeze the blade control bail against upper control bar. -
Page 20: Operating The Lower Control Bar
2. Release the parking brake: refer to Releasing the Parking Brake, page 18. 3. Slowly squeeze the lower control bar and handle together to move rearward (Fig. 17). Operating the Lower Control This procedure is for driving up a curb. This can be performed while driving forward or backward. -
Page 21: Using Side Discharge Or Mulch Grass
Using Side Discharge or Mulch Important All four hairpin cotter pins must be in the same hole location and with the correct number of spacers Grass for a level cut. This mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. Danger Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in... -
Page 22: Adjusting Center Gage Wheels
m–5201 Figure 21 1. Gage Wheel 4. Nut 2. Stud 5. Wheel nut and washer. Do Not Remove. 3. Washer Adjusting Center Gage Wheels The gage wheels must be adjusted in the proper hole location for each height-of-cut position. 1. After adjusting height-of-cut remove bolt, washers and nut (Fig. -
Page 23: Maintenance
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Engine Oil—check level Safety System—check Each Use Brake—check Engine—clean outside Mower Housing—clean After first 5 hours Engine Oil—change Cutting Blades—check Mower Housing—clean... -
Page 24: Servicing The Air Cleaner
Caution 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 and disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) before you do any maintenance. -
Page 25: Servicing The Engine Oil
3. Install the air cleaner cover and secure with cover nuts (Fig. 23). Servicing the Engine Oil Service Interval/Specification Change oil: m–5193 Figure 24 After the first 5 operating hours. 1. Foam element 2. Oil After every 100 operating hours. Note: Change oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. -
Page 26: Servicing The Spark Plug
Changing the Engine Oil Filter Service Interval/Specification Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil change. Note: Change oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. 1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing/Draining Oil, page 26. -
Page 27: Greasing And Lubrication
Removing the Spark Plug 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the key. 0.040 in. 2. Pull the wire(s) off the spark plug(s) (Fig. 29). Now (1.02 mm) clean around the spark plug(s) to prevent dirt from falling into the engine and potentially causing damage. - Page 28 4. Wipe up any excess grease. Where to Add Grease Lubricate the grease fittings as shown on the Check Service Reference Aid decals (Fig. 31). m–2147 Figure 32 Lubricating the Transmission Couplers 1. Lubricate the transmission couplers located in the back of the machine (Fig.
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Page 29: Cleaning The Cooling System
m–2147 Figure 35 1. Rear Tire 2. Castor tire Servicing the Fuse Figure 34 Service Interval/Specification The electrical system is protected by a fuse. It requires no maintenance, however, if the fuse blows check Cleaning the Cooling System component/circuit for malfunction or short. To replace fuse pull out on the fuse (Fig. -
Page 30: Servicing The Fuel Tank
Checking the Brake Important With the parking brake released, the rear wheels must rotate freely when you push the mower. If 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the brake action and free wheel rotation cannot be achieved power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn contact your service dealer immediately. -
Page 31: Servicing The Fuel Filter
Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty. Refer to Replacing the Fuel Filter; page 31. 5. Install the fuel line onto the valve. Slide the hose clamp close to the valve to secure the fuel line. m–5234 Figure 40 1. - Page 32 To ensure optimum Checking for Bent Blades performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. 1. Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may backward (Fig.
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Page 33: Correcting Cutting Unit Mismatch
Sharpening the Blades 1. Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both ends of the blade (Fig. 45). Maintain the original angle. The blade retains its balance if the same amount of material is removed from both cutting edges. m–1854 Figure 45 1. -
Page 34: Setting Up The Frame
Setting Up the Frame 2. Adjust the tire pressure in all tires to specifications on page 29. 3. Measure engine deck height at location A (Fig. 49). Checking Carrier Frame and Deck Alignment 4. Measure engine deck height at location B (Fig. 49). 5. -
Page 35: Checking The Deck Front-To-Rear Pitch
Checking the Deck (6.1cm) Front-to-Rear Pitch 24 in. 1. Check the tire pressure on both deck and traction unit. 2. Position one blade front-to-rear (Fig. 52). Measure at C and D locations (Fig. 52) from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blade tips (Fig. -
Page 36: Checking The Deck Side-To-Side Level
m–2550 Figure 56 Changing the Side-to-Side m–5231 Level Figure 54 Changing the side–to–side leveling is done by adjusting 1. Caster Wheel 4. Jam nut tire pressure. 2. Carrier Frame 5. Ball joint 3. Front height–of–cut pins Changing the Side–to–Side Level with Tire Pressure 4. -
Page 37: Replacing The Drive Belt
m–1078 m–1722 Figure 57 Figure 59 1. Top capscrew 3. Idler support 2. Idler bracket 4. Bottom capscrew Adjusting the Electric Clutch The clutch is adjustable to ensure proper engagement and m–2550 proper braking. Check adjustment after every 100 hours of Figure 58 operation. -
Page 38: Replacing The Deck Belt
2. Disconnect clutch wire connector from wire harness 5. Disconnect the idler arm spring to relieve tension on (Fig. 61). the idler arm and idler pulley, then remove the worn deck belt (Fig. 62). 3. Remove PTO drive belt. Refer to Removing the PTO Drive Belt on page 38. -
Page 39: Replacing The Castor Wheel Fork Bushings
4. Remove the idler spring from idler arm. Remove the 2. Remove the locking pin and spacer(s) from the top of drive belt from the PTO engagement pulley and the the castor wheel fork (Fig. 64). center spindle pulley (Fig. 63). 3. -
Page 40: Castor Wheel And Bearings Service
m–5197 Figure 65 1. Carrier Frame Mounting 2. Bushing Figure 66 Tube 1. Locknut 4. Spanner Bushing 2. Wheel Bolt 5. Roller Bearing 3. Bushing Castor Wheel and Bearings Service 5. To assemble, place one (1) bushing into the wheel hub. Grease the roller bearing and spanner bushing and The castor wheels rotate on a roller bearing supported by a slide them into the wheel hub. - Page 41 2. Place spacer and spring onto grass deflector. Place the L end of spring behind deck edge. Note: Make sure the L end of spring is installed behind deck edge before installing the bolt as shown in figure 67. 3. Install bolt and nut. Place the J hook end of spring around grass deflector (Fig.
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Page 42: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram IGNITION KEY SWITCH NONE WIRE COLOR CODES PINK BLACK BROWN BLUE GREEN VIOLET KEY SW. GREY WHITE ORANGE YELLOW 7.5A BAIL SW. KOHLER_RECOIL CLUTCH SW. (NORMALLY (MOMENTARY) OPEN) SPARK PLUG IGNITION MODULE DELAY MODULE J2–1 HOUR METER (OPTIONAL) HOUR METER (OPTIONAL) -
Page 43: Cleaning And Storage
Cleaning and Storage A. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking B. Stop engine, allow to cool and drain the fuel tank; brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the refer to Servicing the Fuel Tank, page 30, or key. - Page 44 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine loses power. Engine load is excessive. Reduce ground speed. Air cleaner is dirty. Clean air cleaner element. Oil level in crankcase is low. Add oil to crankcase. Cooling fins and air passages Remove obstruction from under engine blower housing cooling fins and air passages.
- Page 45 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Uneven cutting height. 1. Blade(s) not sharp. 1. Sharpen blade(s). 2. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent. 2. Install new cutting blade(s). 3. Mower is not level. 3. Level mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. 4. Underside of mower is dirty. 4.
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Page 48: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee
If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.