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Form No. 3327–122
Groundsmaster 345
Traction Unit
Model No. 30789—Serial No. 220000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Domestic English (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3327–122 Groundsmaster 345 Traction Unit Model No. 30789—Serial No. 220000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
  • Page 3 If help concerning set–up, operation, maintenance, or safety is ever needed, contact the local Authorized TORO Distributor. In addition to genuine TORO replacement parts, the distributor also has optional equipment for the complete line of TORO turf care equipment. Keep your Toro all TORO. Buy genuine TORO replacement parts and accessories.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....ENGINE MAINTENANCE ....26-29 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS .

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The GROUNDSMASTER 345 was tested and A. Engine cannot be started unless traction pedal is released (neutral position) and PTO lever certified by TORO for compliance with the is DISENGAGED (off position). B71.4—1999 specifications American National Standards Institute. Although hazard B.
  • Page 6 27. If major repairs are ever needed or assistance is uphill or downhill. desired, contact an Authorized TORO Distributor. 18. If engine stalls or machine loses headway and 28. To reduce potential fire hazard, keep the engine free...

  • Page 7: Safety And Instruction Decals

    PTO shaft, ensure optimum performance and continued safety cutting unit blades, and other moving parts. certification of the machine, use genuine TORO replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts 35. Do not overspeed the engine by changing the and accessories made by other manufacturers may governor settings.
  • Page 8 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS UNDER HOOD ABOVE RADIATOR CAP (Part No. 82–8970) ON CONTROL PANEL (Part No. 105–0080) ON FRAME NEAR FRONT WHEELS (Part No. 67–1720) NEAR FUEL TANK CAP (Part No. 27–7310) NEAR TOOL BOX COVER (Part No. 67–1710) UNLEADED FRONT BULKHEAD NEAR FUEL...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    10W–30 or 10W–40 engine oil. The 25 micron hydraulic oil filter is a screw on replaceable type. For replacement DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS (approx.) filters, order Toro part number 23–9740. Width 46” (117 cm) Ground Speed: Speed is infinitely variable from 0 to 9.5 mph (0 to 15 km/hr) forward or reverse @ 3200...
  • Page 10 SPECIFICATIONS OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT: Tire Chains (Front), Part No. 11-0390 (set of 2) Wheel Weight Kit, Part No. 11-0440 (set of 2) Cutting Unit, Model No. 30722 (L.H. Side Discharge) Rear Weight Kit, Part No. 24-5780 (set of 2) Cutting Unit, Model No. 30710 (Rear Discharge) Rear Weight Kit, Part No.

  • Page 11: Loose Parts

    LOOSE PARTS Note: Use this chart as a checklist to ensure all parts necessary for assembly have been shipped. If any of these parts are missing, total set–up cannot be completed. DESCRIPTION QTY. Steering Wheel Foam Seal Install Steering Wheel Screw Manual Tube (shipped in tool box) Install on right underside of seat...
  • Page 12 2. Roll pin INSTALLING SEAT 4. Hold seat up with seat support rod (Fig. 6). The Groundsmaster 345 is shipped without the seat assembly. Either optional Seat Kit, Model No. 30623 or 30625 must be installed. Seat Kit, Model No. 30623, Standard Seat 1.
  • Page 13 3. Slide the black, negative battery cable (Fig. 2) onto negative battery post and tighten nut securely. 4. Coat both battery connections with either Grafo 112X (skin–over) grease, Toro Part No. 505-47, petroleum jelly or light grease to prevent corrosion and slide rubber boot over positive terminal (Fig. 2).
  • Page 14 SET–UP INSTRUCTIONS 4. Have a helper push down on the left push arm. Then insert a 2 x 4 in. (51 x 102 mm) block of wood between the frame and top of the push arm (Fig. 10). Screw ball joint into left hand push arm until center of ball joint is 2-3/8 inches (60 mm) away from front of push arm (Fig.11).

  • Page 15: Before Operating

    INSTALL REAR WEIGHT To comply with ANSI/OPEI B71.4–1999 Standard, rear weight must be added to rear of traction unit. Use chart below to determine weight requirements. Order parts from your local Authorized Toro Distributor. Cutting Unit Rear Weight Weight Weight Part Qty.

  • Page 16: Fill Fuel Tank With Gasoline

    FRESH, CLEAN, UNLEADED for any other purpose. Since many children REGULAR GRADE GASOLINE IN TORO GASOLINE like the smell of gas, keep it out of their reach POWERED PRODUCTS. UNLEADED GASOLINE because the fumes are explosive and danger- BURNS CLEANER, EXTENDS ENGINE LIFE, AND ous to inhale.

  • Page 17: Check Cooling System

    BEFORE OPERATING CHECK COOLING SYSTEM Note: Fluid to operate the power steering is supplied by the hydraulic system transmission charge pump. Cold Clean debris off screen and front of radiator daily, hourly weather start–up may result in “stiff” operation of the if conditions are extremely dusty and dirty;...

  • Page 18: Controls

    CONTROLS Traction Pedal (Fig.16)—Traction pedal has two Brake Pedal (Fig. 16)—Whenever the engine is shut functions; one is to make the machine move forward, off, the parking brake must be engaged to prevent the other is to make it move backward. Using the heel accidental movement of the machine.
  • Page 19 CONTROLS IMPORTANT: If the switch must be overridden because of an emergency, the engine can be started and will continue to run while reset switch is held Ignition Switch (Fig. 18) – The key switch, which is used to start and stop the engine, has three position: OFF, RUN, and START.

  • Page 20: Operating Instructions

    In an emergency, the traction unit can be pushed or engine when operator gets off the seat while either the towed for a very short distance. However, Toro does not PTO lever is engaged or traction pedal is depressed. recommend this as standard procedure.

  • Page 21: Operating Characteristics

    STOP MOWING. Careless operation, combined with terrain Practice driving the GROUNDSMASTER 345 because angle, ricochets, or improperly positioned it has a hydrostatic transmission and its characteristics safety guards can lead to thrown object inju- are different than many turf maintenance machines.

  • Page 22: Daily Maintenance Checklist

    DAILY MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST Daily Maintenance: (duplicate this page for routine use) Daily Maintenance Check For Week Of ___________ Maintenance Maintenance TUES THURS Check Item Safety Interlock Operation Grass Deflector in Down Position Brake Operation Fuel Level Engine Oil Level Cooling System Fluid Level Dust Cup and Baffle (Air Filter) Radiator &...

  • Page 23: Lubrication Maintenance

    LUBRICATION MAINTENANCE GREASING BEARINGS, BUSHINGS AND BRAKE CABLES The traction unit must be lubricated regularly. If machine is operated under normal conditions, lubricate all bearings and bushings after every 50 hours of operation. 1. The traction unit bearings and bushings that must be lubricated are: PTO shaft and yokes (Fig.

  • Page 24: Electrical Maintenance

    2. Gap between parking brake shaft pivot paddle and the battery posts and cable connectors with Grafo 112X bottom of interlock switch (Fig. 29) should be (skin–over) grease (Toro Part No. 505-47) or petroleum approximately 1/16” (Paddle must not contact switch). jelly to prevent corrosion.

  • Page 25: Electrical Schematic

    ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC...

  • Page 26: Air Cleaner Maintenance

    3. Air cleaner body 3. Clean the element by washing it in a solution of filter cleaner ( Toro Part No. 27-7220) and water, or blow dirt out of filter by using compressed air. Note: Compressed air is recommended when element must be used immediately after servicing because a washed element must be dried before it is used.

  • Page 27: Inspecting Filter Element

    AIR CLEANER MAINTENANCE C. Dry filter element using warm, flowing air 4. Wipe inside of air cleaner body with a damp cloth to (160 F (71 C) max), or allow element to air–dry. remove excess dust. Slide filter into air cleaner body Do not use compressed air or a light bulb to dry and secure it in place with wing nut and gasket.

  • Page 28: Servicing Engine Belts

    ENGINE MAINTENANCE SERVICING ENGINE BELTS 1. To adjust belt tension, loosen upper and lower nuts securing idler arm to front engine mount (Fig. 35). Check tension of all belts initially after the first day of 2. Pull out on idler arm until desired belt tension is operation and every 100 hours thereafter.

  • Page 29: Adjusting Governor

    ENGINE MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING GOVERNOR IMPORTANT: Do not over speed the engine because the transmission could be damaged. 1. With engine shut off, move throttle control to FAST position and open hood. Check between the throttle arm 7. Move throttle rapidly from SLOW to FAST. The and the stop on the carburetor base to make sure there engine should not surge.

  • Page 30: Checking Oil Level In Governor

    ENGINE MAINTENANCE Note: If the throttle control on the instrument panel will not stay in the FAST position during operation, remove the panel cover and tighten the nut and capscrew at base of throttle lever assembly. CHECKING OIL LEVEL IN GOVERNOR The governor is shipped with oil in it, but the level of oil must be checked after every 250 hours of operation.

  • Page 31: Traction Drive Maintenance

    TRACTION DRIVE MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING TRACTION CONTROL ROD ADJUSTING TRACTION PEDAL FRICTION WHEEL 1. Check traction drive neutral position to assure front 1. Loosen two nuts securing traction pedal shaft on wheels do not creep; refer to Adjusting Traction Drive for right side of pedal (Fig.

  • Page 32: Adjusting Traction Interlock Switch

    Continue to rotate the screw until the circuit is G. Internal transmission component malfunction. completed (switch “clicks”). After the switch clicks, Contact your local Toro distributor for assistance. rotate the adjusting screw an additional 1/2 turn. Tighten 8. Shut engine off.

  • Page 33: Steering Maintenance

    STEERING MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING TILT STEERING CONTROL If steering wheel tilt control lever must be adjusted, proceed as follows: 1. Remove knob from parking brake and self tapping screws from steering column cover. Slide cover up steering shaft to expose pivot bracket (Fig. 43). 2.

  • Page 34: Brake Maintenance

    BRAKE MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING BRAKES Adjust the service brakes when there is more than one inch (25 mm) of “free travel” of the turn pedals, or when the brakes do not work effectively. Free travel is the distance the brake pedal moves before braking resistance is felt.

  • Page 35: Hydraulic System Maintenance

    CD engine oil. every 200 hours of operation or yearly, whichever (Normal) 40 -100 F SAE 10W-30 or 10W- comes first. Use TORO oil filter, Part No. 23–9740, as a 40, Type SF/CC or CD replacement. engine oil. (Cool—Spring/Fall) SAE 5W-30, Type 1.
  • Page 36 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 8. Start and run the engine at idle speed for about two 9. Leave machine set for two additional minutes, then minutes and turn the steering wheel lock to lock to purge remove dipstick and check oil level in axle (Fig. 51). If air trapped in the system.

  • Page 37: Hydraulic Schematic

    HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC...

  • Page 38: Preparation For Seasonal Storage

    PREPARATION FOR SEASONAL STORAGE Traction Unit c. Coat the cable terminals and battery posts with Grafo 112X skin–over grease (Toro Part No. 1. Thoroughly clean the traction unit, cutting unit 505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. and the engine, paying special attention to d.

  • Page 39: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Minimum Recommended Maintenance Intervals Maintenance Procedure Maintenance Interval & Service Every Every Every 400hrs Check Battery Fluid Level Every 200hrs 100hrs 50hrs Check Battery Cable Connections Lubricate All Grease Fittings Lubricate Brake Cables Check Cutting Unit Gear Box Oil Level Clean Under Cutting Unit Belt Covers Check Cutting Unit Drive Belt Adjustment Check PTO Belt Tension...

  • Page 40: Identification And Ordering

    IDENTIFICATION AND ORDERING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS To order replacement parts from an authorized TORO Distributor, supply the following information: The Groundsmaster 345 has two identification 1. Model and serial numbers. numbers: a model number and a serial number. These numbers are stamped into a plate located on front 2.

  • Page 41: Warranty

    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.

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