Toro 13BX60RG744 Operator's Manual

Toro 13BX60RG744 Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3357-948
Rev. A
LX42
Lawn Tractor
Model No. 13BX60RG744
Model No. 13BX60RG748
Register your product at www.Toro.com
Original Instructions (EN)
769-02824A (11/22/06)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3357-948 Rev. A Count on it. LX42 Lawn Tractor Model No. 13BX60RG744 Model No. 13BX60RG748 Register your product at www.Toro.com Original Instructions (EN) 769-02824A (11/22/06)
  • Page 2: Customer Support

    Choose from the options below: Visit www.toro.com for many useful suggestions. Click on Customer Care in the Homeowners section of the Toro Solutions Center and help is immediately available. N}te...
  • Page 3: Section 1: Important Safeoperation P Ractices

    (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 an authorized Toro service dealer or contact Toro at 8111 Lyndale Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55420. GENERAL OPERATION...
  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    21. Never l eave a running machine unattended. Always t urnoffblade(s), place transmission in Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise neutral, setparking brake, s topengine andremove extreme caution when changing direction on keybefore dismounting. slopes. 22. Useextra carewhenloading or unloading t he Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other machine intoa trailer o rtruck.Thisunitshouldnot hidden objects.
  • Page 5: Safe Handling Of Gasoline

    CHILDREN Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not cause loss of traction and loss of control. alert to the presence of children. Children are often Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.
  • Page 6: General Service

    12. For safety protection, frequently check components by an authorized Toro service dealer. and replace immediately with original equipment Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only.
  • Page 7: Section 2: Safety Andinstructional Labels

    SECTION 2: SAFETY ANDINSTRUCTIONAL LABELS Safety and instructional abels found on your lawn tractor are illustrated below (3/4 actual size). 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 Pad No. 112-1274 Pad No. 112-1266 Part No. 112-1271 Pad No. 112-1270 Pad No. 112-1267 /_ DANGEF_PO|SON FLUSH EYES _EXPL HIELD IMMEDIATELY WITH SULFURIC A CID EYES. CANCAUSE WATER. GETMEDICAL OSIVE BLINDNESS GASES CAN HELP FAST. _ ,_._ , SPARKS CAUSE BLINDNESS , FLAMES RINCE,Z LES...
  • Page 9: Section 3: Slope Gauge

    SECTION 3: SLOPE GAUGE...
  • Page 10: Section 4: Tractor Set-Up

    SECTION 4: TRACTOR SET-UP Attaching TheSteering Wheel Attaching theBatteryCables Tools Required Tools Required (1) 1/2" socket wrench (1) 7/16" wrench The hardware for attaching the steering wheel has WARNING: California Proposition been packed within the steering wheel, beneath Warning: Battery posts, terminals, steering wheel cap.
  • Page 11: Tire Pressure

    Tire Pressure Shipping BraceRemoval inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the engine is off, set the parking brake and WARNING: Never exceed the maximum WARNING: Make sure the riding mower's tire. remove the ignition key before removing the shipping brace. The tires on your unit may be over-inflated for shipping purposes.
  • Page 12: Settingthegauge Wheels

    SettingtheGauge Wheels Notethe position of the index hole used; then install the other rear gauge wheel into the Tools Required corresponding index hole of the other gauge wheel brackets. (2) 9/16" wrenches • If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance with Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the surface below, lower the wheels to the index the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height...
  • Page 13: Section 5: Know Your Lawntractor

    SECTION 5: KNOW YOUR LAWNTRACTOR NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity, Figure 7 Throttle Choke Control A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter B PTO (Blade Engage) Lever Ignition Switch Module Brake Pedal C Parking Brake Lever D Cruise Control Lever Drive Pedal E Shift Lever Deck Lift Lever...
  • Page 14 Throttle/ ChokeControl IgnitionSwitchModule Oh0ke The throttle/choke control is Position WARNING: Never leave a running machine located on the right side of the unattended. Always disengage 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 the key to prevent unintended starting.
  • Page 15 The parking brake Toro service dealer. lever will then return to its original position. IMPORTANT: Always set the parking brake when...
  • Page 16: Section 6: Operating Y Our Lawntractor

    If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not are around. Stop the tractor immediately operate the tractor. Contact an authorized Toro service someone enters the area. dealer. To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE: •...
  • Page 17: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake and let the pedal up. Move the throttle/choke control into the FAST (rabbit) position. interlock system malfunctioning. This WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the system was designed for your safety and IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the shift lever to change the protection.
  • Page 18: Usingthe Deckliftlever

    NOTE: Cruise control can not be set at the tractor's fastest ground speed. If the operator should attempt to Engaged_ / do so, the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed. Disengage the cruise control using one of the following methods: •...
  • Page 19: Section 7: Making Adjustments

    SECTION 7: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS Leveling theDeck adjustments while the engine is running, ARNING: Never attempt to make any NOTE: Check tractor's tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires on page 26 for information regarding tire pressure. SeatAdjustment FrontTo Rear To adjust the position of the seat, loosen the two knobs...
  • Page 20: Steering Adjustment

    Side te 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: Section 8: Maintaining Your Lawntractor

    4°0 (40°F). engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty **Synthetic oils wHnprovide better starting in extreme condbenow repairs must be performed by an authorized Toro 23% (=IO°F). service dealer. EngineOil Recommendations IMPORTANT: Never operate the engine with the oil level Using the proper type and weight of engine oil is below the L mark or above the F mark on the dipstick.
  • Page 22: Changing The Engine Oil

    • Reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick securely onto the oil fill tube. IMPORTANT:The oil fill cap/dipstick must be installed securely onto the tube at all times when the engine is operating. Severe engine damage could result from failure to do so. Changing the EngineOil The engine oil and oil filter should be changed after every 50 hours of operation.
  • Page 23: Air Filter

    IMPORTANT: If leaks are present, have your engine If any loose dirt or debris fell on the air cleaner base serviced by an authorized Toro service dealer before when the element was removed, carefully remove it operating the tractor. and wipe the base clean. Be careful that none of it drops into the intake.
  • Page 24: Fuel Filter

    AFTER EACH MOWING: Check the gap using a feeler gauge and adjust, if necessary, by carefully bending the ground Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, electrode. See Figure 18. Set the spark plug gap to near enough for your garden hose to reach.
  • Page 25 Lubrication FrontWheels Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or a grease fitting. See. Lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No. 2 multi-purpose lithium grease after inspecting, always disengage PTO, every 25 hours of tractor operation.
  • Page 26: Section 9: Service

    SECTION 9: SERVICE Tires HexFlange Nut inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the WARNING: Never exceed the maximum 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 27: Cutting Deckremoval

    IMPORTANT:When replacing the blade, be sure to Start the tractor (as instructed on page 17). install the blade with the side of the blade marked Set the tractor's parking brake before removing the "Bottom" (or with a part number stamped in it) facing jumper cables, in reverse order of connection.
  • Page 28: Changing Thedeckbelt

    out from underneath the tractor. Remove the PTO cable and accompanying spring from the cutting deck. Remove the deck belt from around the tractor's Changing theDeckBelt engine pulley. Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, tractor, locate the deck support pin on the rear left engage the parking brake and remove the...
  • Page 29: Section 10: Off-Season S Torage

    SECTION 10: OFF-SEASON S TORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: To empty the system, run the engine until the tank MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 21 of this and system are empty. manual before storing for an extended period. WARNING: Drain fuel...
  • Page 30: Section 11: Maintenance C Hart

    SECTION 11: MAINTENANCE C HART Prior Before Every Every Every Every Every 10 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 200 Hours Each Use Season to Storing Check Safety Interlock System Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Check Engine Oil Level Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil &...
  • Page 31: Section 12: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Corrective Action Possible Cause(s) Engine fails to start PTO (Blade Engage) lever engaged. Place PTO (Blade Engage) lever in (OFF) position. Parking brake not engaged. Engage parking brake. Spark plug wire disconnected. Connect wire to spark plug. Throttle/choke control not in correct Move Throttle/Choke Control into CHOKE position.
  • Page 32: Section 13: Specifications

    18 in. (46 cm) Weight (approximate) 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,...
  • Page 33: Electric Schematic

    ELECTRIC SCHEMATIC _ltl, n--+ rrrn CC_OJ +<...
  • Page 35: Emission Control Warranty Statement

    CALiFORNiA EMiSSiON CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLiGATiONS The CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoardandMTDConsumerGroupInc are pleasedto explainthe evaporativeemissioncontrolsystemwarrantyon your 2007 lawn mower.In California,new lawnmower mustbe designed,builtand equippedto meetthe State'sstringentanti-smogstandards.MTDConsumerGroupInc must warrantthe EECSon your lawnmowerfor the periodof time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglector impropermaintenanceof your lawnmower. YourEECSmay includeparts such asthe carburetor,fuel-injectionsystem,the ignitionsystem,catalyticconverter,fuel tanks,fuel lines,fuel caps, valves, canisters,filters,vapor hoses,clamps,connectors,and otherassociatedemission-related components.
  • Page 36 Damage resulting from the installation or impliedwarrantylasts,so the above exclusionsor limitationsmay use of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Toro for not applyto you. use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage.

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