Toro 30230 Groundsmaster 225 Operator's Manual
Toro 30230 Groundsmaster 225 Operator's Manual

Toro 30230 Groundsmaster 225 Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3329–335
Groundsmaster 225
Traction Unit
Model No. 30230–230000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
English (EN, GB)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3329–335 Groundsmaster 225 Traction Unit Model No. 30230–230000001 and Up Operator’s Manual English (EN, GB)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Check Cooling System ..... The Toro General Commercial Products Warranty Check Hydraulic System Fluid ....
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Authorized Service and equipped with rear weight as listed in the weight Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and chart. serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates...
  • Page 4 inadequate braking; Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all blade attachment clutches, shift into neutral, and engage the type of machine is unsuitable for its task; the parking brake. lack of awareness of the effect of ground Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. conditions, especially slopes;...
  • Page 5: Maintenance And Storage

    Do not change the engine governor settings or Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive building where fumes may reach an open flame or speed may increase the hazard of personal injury. spark.
  • Page 6: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    The following list contains safety information specific to cause burns. Toro products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the ANSI standard. If the engine stalls or loses headway and cannot make it to the top of a slope, do not turn the machine around.
  • Page 7: Safety And Instruction Decals

    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. 67–1710 27-7310 66-8750 92–5774 71-3730 93-6686 1. Hydraulic oil 2.
  • Page 8 106-8065 67-1720 92-5772...
  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications Note: Specifications and design subject to change without notice. General Specifications Daihatsu, 4 cycle liquid cooled gas engine. 24.9 hp @ 2900. Engine governed to Engine 3100–3250 rpm high idle, no load. Air Cleaner Heavy duty remote mounted. Fuel Tank Capacity 8.5 gal.
  • Page 10: Measurements

    Measurements 82 in. Length Width (Rear Wheels) 44 in. Height 50 in. Weight 1120 lb. Optional Equipment 52” Side Discharge Cutting Unit Model No. 30555 52” Rear Discharge Cutting Unit Model No. 30568 62” Side Discharge Cutting Unit Model No. 30551 62”...
  • Page 11: Setup

    Locknut 5/16–18 Cylinder pin Secure deck lift arms to lift cylinders Cotter pin 3/16 x 1–1/2” Brake return springs Mount to deck lift arms Ignition key Operator’s Manual (Traction Unit) Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro...
  • Page 12: Install Steering Wheel

    Warning PTO universal shaft is attached to traction unit frame. DO NOT ENGAGE PTO without first removing universal shaft or coupling it to a suitable implement. Install Steering Wheel 1. Remove steering wheel from seat plate. Remove cap from steering wheel (Fig. 2). 2.
  • Page 13 4. Hold mounting plate in upright position with support 6. Secure front slot of seat springs to traction unit front rod (Fig. 5). mounting holes with adjustment handles and flatwashers (Fig. 3 & 5). 7. Connect seat switch connector to traction unit wire harness connector.
  • Page 14: Install Manual Tube

    position. To adjust for operator’s weight, turn spring Connect Battery tension knob; clockwise to increase tension, counterclockwise to decrease spring tension (Fig. 8). Warning CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
  • Page 15: Check Tire Pressure

    The Groundsmaster 225 Traction Unit complies with ANSI B71.4–1999 Standard when equipped with rear weight. 55 lbs. of rear weight is installed, at the factory, on the Groundsmaster 225 Traction Unit. Use chart below to determine combinations of additional weight required. Order parts from your local Authorized Toro Distributor. Rear...
  • Page 16: Before Operating

    Before Operating 3. The engine uses any high-quality detergent oil having the American Petroleum Institute — API —”service classification” SE/SF. Use chart below to select the proper viscosity grade for the temperature expected. Check Engine Oil Important Check level of oil every 5 operating hours or daily.
  • Page 17: Check Hydraulic System Fluid

    The following list is not assumed to be all–inclusive. 4. Check all hoses and fittings for leaks. Hydraulic fluids produced by other manufacturers may be used if they can cross reference to find an equivalent to the products listed. Toro will not assume responsibility for...
  • Page 18: Fill Fuel Tank

    Fill Fuel Tank Danger THE TORO COMPANY STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THE USE OF FRESH, CLEAN, In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely UNLEADED REGULAR GRADE GASOLINE IN flammable and highly explosive. A fire or TORO GASOLINE POWERED PRODUCTS. explosion from gasoline can burn you and others UNLEADED GASOLINE BURNS CLEANER, and can damage property.
  • Page 19: Controls

    Controls Parking Brake Whenever the engine is shut off, the parking brake must be engaged to prevent accidental movement of the machine. Service Brakes To engage the parking brake, push lock arm (Fig. 18) on left brake pedal so that it locks together with the right The left and right brake pedals (Fig.
  • Page 20: Temperature Gauge

    Tilt Steering Control The tilt steering control is a lever on right side of steering column (Fig. 20). Pull lever rearward to adjust steering wheel to desired fore or aft operating position and push lever forward to lock adjustment. Figure 21 1.
  • Page 21: Hour Meter

    Hour Meter Oil Pressure Warning Light The hour meter (Fig. 21) registers accumulated hours of The oil pressure warning light (Fig. 21) glows when oil engine operation. pressure in engine drops below a safe level. If low oil pressure ever occurs, stop engine and determine the cause. Repair the damage before starting the engine again.
  • Page 22: Operation

    Operation Caution Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine If safety interlock switches are disconnected or from the normal operating position. damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly causing personal injury. Starting/Stopping Engine Do not tamper with the interlock switches. Check the operation of the interlock switches 1.
  • Page 23: Pushing Or Towing Traction Unit

    FAST position and depress In an emergency, the traction unit can be pushed or towed traction pedal slowly but fully to attain maximum ground for a very short distance. However, Toro does not speed. recommend this as standard procedure.
  • Page 24: Lubrication

    Lubrication Greasing Bearings And Bushings The traction unit has grease fittings that must be lubricated regularly with No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base Grease. If machine is operated under normal conditions, lubricate all bearings and bushings after every 50 hours of operation. Bearings and bushings must be lubricated daily when operating conditions are extremely dusty and dirty.
  • Page 25 Figure 26 Figure 28 Figure 27...
  • Page 26: Service Interval Chart

    Service Interval Chart...
  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Check PTO Belt Tension Check Fan and Alternator Belt Tension After first 10 hours Change Transmission Filter Torque Wheel Lug Nuts Change Engine Oil and Filter After first 50 hours...
  • Page 28: Daily Maintenance Checklist

    Caution If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the wire from the spark plug before you do any maintenance.
  • Page 29: Maintenance

    (Fig. 29). 3. Clean the element by washing it in a solution of filter cleaner (Toro Part No. 27-7220, available from Toro) General Air Cleaner and water, or blow dirt out of filter by using compressed Maintenance air.
  • Page 30: Cleaning Radiator And Screen

    Cleaning Radiator And Screen 4. Remove oil drain plug and allow oil to flow into drain pan. To prevent the engine from overheating, the screen and 1. Remove and replace oil filter (Fig. 31); refer to parts radiator must be kept clean. Normally, check the screen and catalog for part number.
  • Page 31: Servicing Belts

    3. Be sure arrow on side of filter points toward the 3. Insert pry bar between alternator and engine and pry out carburetor. Slide hose clamps onto ends of fuel lines on alternator. and push fuel lines onto fuel filter. Tighten clamps. 4.
  • Page 32: Pto Clutch Adjustment

    To Replace Belt: 5. Rotate the clutch by hand and adjust all three air gaps. After all three gaps have been set, check all three again. 1. Turn off the engine and remove the ignition key. Set the Adjusting one gap can alter the other gaps. parking brake.
  • Page 33: Adjusting The Parking Brake Interlock Switch

    5. Align parking brake rod paddle with switch plunger (Fig. 38) .030” Figure 36 1. Pump plate 2. Locknuts Figure 38 1. Parking brake interlock 2. Parking brake rod paddle 8. Stop the engine and release right brake. Remove jack switch stands and lower machine to the shop floor.
  • Page 34: Adjusting Traction Pedal

    Hydraulic fluids produced by other manufacturers may be used if they can cross reference to find an equivalent to the products listed. Toro will not assume responsibility for damage caused by improper substitutions, so use only products from reputable manufacturers who will stand behind their recommendation.
  • Page 35: Adjusting Service Brakes

    3. If more adjustment is required, adjust traction rod 2. To reduce free travel of brake pedals — tighten the (Fig. 41) as follows: brakes — loosen front nut on threaded end of brake cable (Fig. 42). Then tighten rear nut to move cable Remove capscrew and nut securing traction rod end backward until brake pedals have 1/2 to 1 inch (13 mm to pedal.
  • Page 36: Servicing Battery

    2. Slide cover up steering shaft to expose pivot bracket Wiring Harness Service (Fig. 44). Prevent corrosion of wiring terminals by applying Grafo 112X (Skin-over) grease, Toro Part No. 505-47, to the inside of all harness connectors whenever the harness is replaced. Whenever working with the electrical system, always disconnect battery cables, negative (–) cable first, to...
  • Page 37: Hydraulic Schematic

    Hydraulic Schematic...
  • Page 38: Electrical Schematic

    Electrical Schematic...
  • Page 39: Storage

    B. Clean the battery, terminals and posts with a wire brush and baking soda solution. C. Coat the cable terminals and battery posts with Grafo 112X skin-over grease (Toro Part No. 505-47), or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. D. Slowly recharge the battery for 24 hours every 60...
  • Page 40: The Toro General Commercial Products 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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