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- Page 1 Form No. 3354-969 LX420 & LX460 Lawn Tractors Model No. 71430 and 71432 Original Instructions (EN) Register your product at www.Toro.com 769-02247 (12/08/05)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your Toro service dealer or contact Toro at 8111 Lyndale Avenue South, Bloomington, IN 55420-0019. -
Page 4: Slope Operation
29. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact a Toro Service Dealer for assistance. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents which can result in severe injury or death. - Page 5 CHILDREN 1. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
- Page 6 If the blades do not stop within the this time frame, your unit should be serviced professionally by a Toro Service Dealer. 4. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation. Adjust and service as required.
- Page 7 SECTION 2: SAFETY LABELS Safety labels found on your lawn tractor are illustrated below (3/4 actual size). Always follow their instructions and head their warnings. The label part number is listed below each. If you discover a safety label is scratched, damaged or missing, order a replacement immediately.
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Page 8: Slope Gauge
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Page 9: Tractor Set-Up
SECTION 4: TRACTOR SET-UP Gas and Oil Fill-up The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a capacity of 3 gallons. Do not overfill. WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of... -
Page 10: Tire Pressure
Tire Pressure WARNING: Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times. The tires on your unit may be over-inflated for shipping purposes. Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor. Recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 p.s.i for the rear tires &... - Page 11 Setting the Gauge Wheels Tools Required (2) 9/16" wrenches Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height notches on the right fender. Adjust the deck wheels so that they are between ¼-inch and ½-inch above the ground as follows.
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Page 12: Know Your Lawn Tractor
SECTION 5: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter B PTO (Blade Engage) Lever C Parking Brake Lever D Cruise Control Lever E Shift Lever F Cup Holder NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position. NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. -
Page 13: Brake Pedal
Throttle / Choke Control The throttle/choke control is located on the right side of the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine and, when pushed all the way forward, the choke control also. When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. -
Page 14: Cruise Control
Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter Battery 42.0 (Blade Engage) Located in the center of the tractor’s console, the systems indicator monitor records, and displays on its LCD, hours of tractor operation whenever the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position. The Indicator Monitor will also remind the operator of maintenance intervals for changing the engine oil. -
Page 15: Operating Your Lawn Tractor
Before each use, check the safety interlock system for proper operation. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact an authorized Toro service dealer. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine... -
Page 16: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and protection. NOTE: Refer to the TRACTOR SET-UP on page 9 of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions. •... -
Page 17: Engaging The Parking Brake
Stop machine if anyone enters the area. This tractor is equipped with one of Toro’s quality cutting decks. The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor. -
Page 18: Making Adjustments
SECTION 7: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, Seat Adjustment To adjust the position of the seat, loosen the two knobs on the bottom of the seat. See Figure 9. Slide the seat forward or rearward as desired. -
Page 19: Parking Brake Adjustment
Side to Side If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: • With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest position) and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor. -
Page 20: Steering Adjustment
Steering Adjustment If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear, the steering drag links may need to be adjusted. Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths are threaded into the ball joint on the left side and the ball joint on the right side: •... -
Page 21: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor
Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized Toro Dealer. Refer to the Kohler Engines Owner’s Manual for engine maintenance instructions. - Page 22 Lubrication WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Engine Refer to Engine on page 21 for instruction regarding all engine-related lubrication. Front Wheels Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with a grease fitting.
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Page 23: Service
SECTION 9: SERVICE Tires WARNING: Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire. The recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 psi for the rear tires and 14 psi for the front tires. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly. -
Page 24: Cutting Deck Removal
When replacing the blade, be sure to IMPORTANT: install the blade with the side of the blade marked ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with a part number stamped in it) facing the ground when the mower is in the operating position. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade IMPORTANT: spindle hex flange nut to between 70 lbs-ft. -
Page 25: Changing The Transmission Drive Belt
Changing The Transmission Drive Belt NOTE: Several components must be removed and special tools (i.e. air/impact wrench) used in order to change the tractor’s transmission drive belt. See a Toro Service Dealer to have your drive belt replaced. Changing the Deck Belt WARNING:... - Page 26 LX420 Belt Cover Idler Pulleys LX460 Belt Cover Idler Pulleys...
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Page 27: Off-Season Storage
SECTION 10: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 21 of this manual before storing for an extended period. Engine If the engine will be out of service for two months or more, use the following storage procedure: •... -
Page 28: Maintenance Chart
SECTION 11: MAINTENANCE CHART Before After Initial Every Every Every Every Prior Each Use 24 Hours 10 Hours 25 Hours 100 Hours Season to Storing Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Check Engine Oil Level Clean and Re-oil Air Filter’s Foam Precleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil &... -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Engine fails to start PTO (Blade Engage) lever engaged. Parking brake not engaged. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. Throttle/choke control not in correct starting position. Choke not activated Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. Faulty spark plug. -
Page 30: Specifications
Weight (approximate) * Toro reserves the right to change product specifications, design, and standard equipment without notice and without incurring obligation ** Kohler’s horsepower ratings exceed Society of Automotive Engineers Small Engine Test Code J1940. Actual engine horsepower is lower and affected by, but not limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, fuel pump, etc.), application, engine speed and ambient... - Page 31 You are responsible for presenting your equipment to an Authorized Service Dealer as soon as the problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage, you should contact The Toro® Company at 1-952–948–4027 or call us toll free at the number listed in your Toro Warranty statement.
- Page 32 Any replacement battery will be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty period. Frame and Front Axle — Toro warrants the frame, and front cast iron pivot axle against defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years or 500 hours, whichever occurs first, commencing on the date of original purchase or lease.