Mid–size mower, proline gear 15hp with 48in side discharge mower (44 pages)
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Form No. 3328–779 Mid–Size Traction Unit Proline Gear 17hp Model No. 30169—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Original Instructions (EN) Register your product at www.Toro.com...
CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—“personal safety instruction.” Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury or death. Safe Operating Practices The following instructions are from ANSI standard B71.4—1999. m–4189 Figure 1 Training 1. Location of the model and serial numbers Read the Operator’s Manual and other training material.
The following list contains safety information Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not specific to Toro products and other safety information point it at anyone. you must know. Do not operate the mower under the influence of...
Never tamper with safety devices. Check safety attempting to maintain, adjust or service. systems for proper operation before each use. Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure that be voided if used with unapproved attachments.
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. 82-2280 82-2290 52-2010 82-7750 63-8440 1. Hot surface 95-2814 98-4387 1.
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Warning Use Unleaded Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. may be used if unleaded regular is not available. Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness.
Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro Installing the Shift Lever 2. Align mounting hole in lever with mounting block on transmission. Secure lever to transmission with 2 in. (51 mm) bolt and washer. Torque bolt to 115 in–lb 1.
Installing the Upper Handle Connecting the Throttle Cable 1. Align upper handle with upper mounting holes in rear 1. Route engine speed control cable around left side of frame (Fig. 6). engine. 2. Secure each upper mounting hole with a flange bolt 2.
Connecting the Wire Harness 1. Route wire harness along inside of left handle bracket. 2. Plug clutch wire into connector (Fig. 9). 3. Secure the black ground wire to engine mount with a nut (5/16 inch) (Fig. 9). 4. Secure wire harness to upper handle with cable tie. m–4712 Figure 8 1.
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m–2073 m–5233 Figure 11 Figure 13 1. Control rod and fitting 4. Clevis pin, washer and 1. Upper control bar 2. Parking brake lever hairpin cotter 2. 2 inch (51 mm) 3. Idler bracket 6. If brake adjustment is required, remove hairpin cotter and washer securing brake rod fitting to idler bracket (Fig.
Operation Upper Control Bar – Shift to desired gear and push forward on control bar to engage forward traction operation and pull back to brake. Pull right side of control Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine bar to turn right and left side to turn left.
Stopping the Engine 2. Lift the parking brake lock (Fig. 17) up and gradually release the upper control bar. The brake lock should 1. Move the throttle lever to slow (Fig. 18). stay in the set (locked) position. Note: If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let it idle for a minute before turning the ignition key off.
Testing the Safety Interlock System 4. Repeat procedure to engage mower blades if blade control bail is released. Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine each time. If the safety system does not operate as described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately.
m–4186 Figure 21 1. Lower Control Bar 2. Handle (Engaged) m–7562 Figure 20 1. Upper control bar 2. Lower control bar Driving Backward 1. To go backward, move the shift lever to reverse gear. 2. Release the parking brake; refer to Releasing the Parking Brake, page 18.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Oil—check level Safety system—check Each Use Brake—check Engine—clean outside 5 Hours Wheel bearings—grease After First 8 Hours Oil—change 25 Hours Foam air cleaner—service...
Servicing the Air Cleaner Important Replace the foam element if it is torn or worn. Service Interval/Specification Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 operating hours.
3. Install the air cleaner cover and secure latches (Fig. 23). Servicing the Engine Oil Service Interval/Specification Change oil: After the first 8 operating hours. After every 100 operating hours. Note: Change oil more frequently when operating Figure 26 conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. 1.
Change the Engine Oil Filter Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil Check the spark plug(s) after every 100 operating hours. change. Make sure the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug.
Checking the Spark Plug 2. Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make sure to scrape any paint off the front of the fitting(s). 1. Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 30). If you 3. Connect a grease gun to the fitting. Pump grease into see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the operating properly.
Checking the Tire Pressure 1. Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to Checking the Brake, page 26. Service Interval/Specification 2. Release the parking brake; refer to Releasing the Parking Brake, page 18. Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, to assure fuel tank 4. Remove the filter from the fuel lines. drains completely. Then disengage the power take off 5. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key the filter.
9. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; 11. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is refer to Servicing the Spark Plug, page 24. With the available from your Authorized Service Dealer. spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two 12.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Abnormal vibration. 1. Engine mounting bolts are 1. Tighten engine mounting bolts. loose. 2. Loose engine pulley, idler 2. Tighten the appropriate pulley. pulley, or blade pulley. 3. Engine pulley is damaged. 3. Contact Authorized Service Dealer.
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.