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Form No. 3357-946 Rev. A
LX425 Lawn Tractor
Model No. 13BX60RG544
769-03028 (1/15/07)
Register your product at www.Toro.com

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3357-946 Rev. A LX425 Lawn Tractor Model No. 13BX60RG544 769-03028 (1/15/07) Register your product at www.Toro.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    A sample model plate is also illustrated below. You can locate the model plate by looking at the underside of the tractor’s seat. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site and/or help from a Toro Service Dealer.

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 4 25. Disengage the PTO and all attachment clutches, 6. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. depress the brake pedal completely and shift into Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. neutral before attempting to start engine. Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front 26.
  • Page 5 into reverse. The “Reverse Caution Mode” fuel tank or container opening at all times should not be used when children or others until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle are around. lock-open device. g. Keep children away from hot or running e.
  • Page 6 equipment is in safe working condition. 12. For safety protection, frequently check components 8. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or and replace immediately with original equipment other safety devices. Check their proper operation manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only. “Use of parts regularly.
  • Page 7 SECTION 2: SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL LABELS Safety and instructional labels found on your lawn tractor are illustratefd below. Always follow their instructions and heed their warnings. If you discover a safety label is scratched, damaged or missing, order a replacement immediately.
  • Page 8 Part No. 112-3702 MARCHE Part No. 112-0533 ARRÊT Part No. 112-3704 Part No. 112-1270 Part No. 112-5960 Part No. 112-1267 S30296 S30544 MAX 20 % Part No. 112-3709...

  • Page 9: Slope Gauge

    SECTION 3: SLOPE GAUGE Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn tractor on such slopes.

  • Page 10: Tractor Set-Up

    SECTION 4: TRACTOR SET-UP Attaching The Steering Wheel Attaching the Battery Cables Tools Required Tools Required (1) 1/2" socket wrench (1) 7/16" wrench 1. The hardware for attaching the steering wheel has NOTE: Your tractor’s battery cables may have been packed within the steering wheel, beneath already be attached at the factory.
  • Page 11 Tire Pressure Shipping Brace Removal WARNING: WARNING: Never exceed the maximum Make sure the riding mower’s inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the engine is off, set the parking brake and tire. remove the ignition key before removing the shipping brace NOTE: The tires on your unit may be over-inflated for...
  • Page 12 Setting the Gauge Wheels • If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance with the surface below, lower the wheels to the index Tools Required hole that provides the approximate 1/2" clearance (2) 9/16" wrenches as described above. Refer to Leveling the Deck on page 19 of this manual for Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing more detailed instructions regarding various deck the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height...

  • Page 13: Know Your Lawn Tractor

    SECTION 5: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. Figure 7 A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter G Throttle / Choke Control B PTO (Blade Engage) Lever H Ignition Switch Module C Parking Brake Lever I Brake Pedal D Cruise Control Lever J Drive Pedal E Shift Lever...
  • Page 14 Throttle / Choke Control Ignition Switch Module Choke The throttle/choke control is Position WARNING: Never leave a running machine located on the right side of the unattended. Always disengage the PTO, tractor’s dash panel. This lever move the shift lever into Neutral, set the controls the speed of the engine parking brake, stop the engine and remove and, when pushed all the way...
  • Page 15 Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter PTO (Blade Engage) Lever Battery PTO / BLADE ENGAGE 42.0 The PTO (Blade Engage) lever is located on the left side of the dash, next to the steering wheel. Move the PTO (Blade Engage) lever forward to engage the Parking Brake (Blade Engage) power to the cutting deck or other (separately available)
  • Page 16 If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not are around. Stop the tractor immediately if operate the tractor. Contact an authorized Toro service someone enters the area. dealer. To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE: •...
  • Page 17 Starting the Engine • Briefly depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake. WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the • Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) interlock system is malfunctioning. This position. system was designed for your safety and Do NOT use the shift lever to change the IMPORTANT: protection.
  • Page 18 NOTE: Cruise control can not be set at the tractor’s Engaged fastest ground speed. If the operator should attempt to do so, the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed. Lever Disengage the cruise control using one of the following methods: •...

  • Page 19: Making Adjustments

    SECTION 7: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS Leveling the Deck WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires on page 23 for information regarding tire pressure. Seat Adjustment Front To Rear To adjust the position of the seat, loosen the two knobs...
  • Page 20 Side to Side Steering Adjustment If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or necessary as follows: wear, the steering drag links may need to be adjusted.

  • Page 21: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor

    SECTION 8: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE: • Refill the engine with the proper capacity and Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 27 for a weight of motor oil as instructed in the separate reference of recommended maintenance intervals. engine manual. WARNING: Before performing...
  • Page 22 Lubrication 5. Turn the water on. 6. While sitting in the operator’s position on the tractor, re-start the engine and place the throttle WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or lever in the FAST (rabbit) position. inspecting, always disengage PTO, move 7. Move the tractor’s PTO (Blade Engage) into the ON shift lever into neutral position, set parking position.

  • Page 23: Service

    SECTION 9: SERVICE Tires • Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer. See Figure 18 . WARNING: Never exceed the maximum • Use a 15/16" wrench to remove the hex flange nut inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the that secures the blade to the spindle assembly.
  • Page 24 When replacing the blade, be sure to before shutting it off to allow the alternator time to IMPORTANT: install the blade with the side of the blade marked charge the discharged battery. ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with a part number stamped in it) facing IMPORTANT: the ground when the mower is in the operating position.
  • Page 25 11. Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right side) out belt. See your Toro dealer to have this belt replaced. from underneath the tractor. LX425...

  • Page 26: Off-Season Storage

    SECTION 10: OFF-SEASON STORAGE If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer • Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly. than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows. • Lubricate all lubrication points. Wipe the entire machine with an oiled rag to protect the painted WARNING: Never store the machine or...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO engaged. Place PTO knob (or lever) in disengaged (OFF) position. Parking brake not engaged. Engage parking brake. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. Connect wire(s) to spark plug(s). Throttle control lever not in correct Place throttle lever to FAST position.

  • Page 28: Specifications

    498 lb. (225.9 kg) * 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 29 ELECTRIC SCHEMATIC...
  • Page 30 Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch The limited warranty set forth below is given by The Toro Company adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of (“Toro”) and The Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an the exterior finish due to use or exposure.

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