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Toro 30934 Operator's Manual

Toro 30934 Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3367-283 Rev A
Commercial Walk-Behind Mower
Fixed Deck, Pistol Grip, Hydro Drive with
36in or 48in TURBO FORCE
®

Cutting Unit

Model No. 30934—Serial No. 311000001 and Up
Model No. 30938—Serial No. 311000001 and Up
g014937
To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)

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  • Page 1: Cutting Unit

    36in or 48in TURBO FORCE ® Cutting Unit Model No. 30934—Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 30938—Serial No. 311000001 and Up g014937 To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)

  • Page 2: Introduction

    The engine exhaust from this product additional information, contact an Authorized Service contains chemicals known to the State of Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model California to cause cancer, birth defects, and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety ................4 Adjusting the Spring Anchor Links ..... 37 Safe Operating Practices ........4 Checking the Tire Pressure ......... 37 Toro Mower Safety ..........5 Cooling System Maintenance ........38 Slope Indicator............. 7 Cleaning the Air Intake Screen ......38 Safety and Instructional Decals ......

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety – Never remove gas cap or add fuel with engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Note: The addition of attachments made by other manufacturers that do not meet American – Never refuel or drain the machine indoors. National Standards Institute certification will cause •...

  • Page 5: Toro Mower Safety

    Toro Mower Safety attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good condition. The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products and other safety information you must • Never tamper with safety devices. Check safety know. systems for proper operation before each use.
  • Page 6 • Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

  • Page 7: Slope Indicator

    Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 3 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 20 degrees. Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 20 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.

  • Page 8: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional 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. 98-0776 43-8480 98-3296 For Models with 36 Inch Mower Decks 66-1340 98-5130 1.
  • Page 9 104-8569 Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 105-4109 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystandersa safe distance from the battery. 2. No fire, open flame, or 7. Wear eye protection; smoking. explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 3.
  • Page 10 106-2743 Manufacturer’s Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. 115-4212 1. Hydraulic oil level 3. Warning—do not touch the hot surface. 2. Read the Operator’s Manual. 110-2067 106-0699 110-2068 1. Read the Operator’s Manual.
  • Page 11 106-2738 1. Park 4. Engine—stop 7. Fast 10. Neutral 2. Drive 5. Engine—run 8. Continuous variable setting 3. Neutral 6. Warning—wear ear 9. Slow protection.

  • Page 12: Product Overview

    Product Overview g014938 Figure 4 1. Side discharge 5. Controls 2. Mower deck 6. Handle 3. Recoil starter 7. Caster wheel Figure 5 4. Gas tank 1. Throttle control 6. Handle 2. Speed control lever 7. Drive Lever 3. Ignition switch 8.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Contact your Speed Control Lever Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments This machine has a variable speed control with a neutral and accessories. position. This controls how fast the machine will travel forward.

  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation DANGER In certain conditions during fueling, static Adding Fuel electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion Use Unleaded Regular Gasoline suitable for from gasoline can burn you and others and can automotive use (85 pump octane minimum).

  • Page 15: Think Safety First

    Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most CAUTION effective when mixed with fresh gasoline. To Children or bystanders may be injured if they minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel move or attempt to operate the machine while it system, use fuel stabilizer at all times.

  • Page 16: Operating The Neutral Locks

    4. Let engine idle for 30 to 60 seconds before turning the engine off. 5. To stop the engine, turn the ignition key to off. Figure 8 1. Split ring 2. Control shield bolt • After the engine is started, pull the chain straight Figure 9 out from side of machine until ring can be 1.

  • Page 17: Operating The Mower Blade Control Knob (Pto)

    2. Pull blade control knob (PTO) up. Hold the OPC levers against handle grip. Note: The engine will kill if the OPC levers are released with the mower running and the speed control lever is not in neutral. 3. Restart the engine and repeat the procedure to engage the mower blades if the operator presence control (OPC) levers are released.

  • Page 18: Driving The Machine Forward And Backward

    Understanding the Safety Interlock 7. With the engine running, move the speed control System lever forward slightly. Release the OPC levers. The engine should kill. The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the 8. If all the above conditions are not met have an mower from starting unless: Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system •...

  • Page 19: Bringing The Machine To Neutral Position

    Bringing the Machine to 5. Set the parking brake. Neutral Position 6. Close the by-pass valves, but do not overtighten them. Always set the neutral lock and parking brake when you Note: Rotate the by-pass valves a maximum of 2 stop the machine.

  • Page 20: Positioning The Flow Baffle

    Figure 15 1. Cam lock 3. Rotate cam to increase or decrease locking pressure 2. Lever 4. Slot Positioning the Flow Baffle The following figures are only recommendations for use. Adjustments will vary by grass type, moisture content, and height of grass. Note: If the engine power draws down and the mower ground speed is the same, open up the baffle.

  • Page 21: Transporting Machines

    • Lowers the engine power consumption. • Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions. To transport the machine: • This position is similar to the benefits of the Toro 1. Stop the engine, remove the key, set the brake, and SFS mower.

  • Page 22: Side Discharging Or Mulching The Grass

    Side Discharging or Mulching the Grass This mower has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. DANGER Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Caster Position

    Adjusting the Handle Height 6. Remove the 2 lower axle bolts (Figure 20). The handle position can be adjusted to match the operator’s height preference. 1. Remove the hairpin cotter pins and clevis pins from the drive levers and neutral locks (Figure 22). Figure 20 1.
  • Page 24 Figure 23 1. Control rod fitting 7. Lower position 2. Lower mounting holes 8. Upper mounting hole 9. Handle 3. Rear frame 4. Lower flange bolt (3/8 x 1 10. Flange nut (3/8 inch) inch) 5. Upper flange bolt (3/8 x 1-1/4 inches) 6.

  • Page 25: Height Of Cut Chart

    Height of Cut Chart Number of spacers Number of 1/4 inch blade spacers below spindle below caster 1/2 inch 3/16 inch (5 (13mm) Axle Position 1 inch (26 1–1/4 inch 1–1/2 inch 1–3/4 inch 2 inch (51 (32 mm) (38 mm) (45 mm) 1–1/8 inch 1–3/8 inch...

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. • Check the mower belt tension. After the first 8 hours •...

  • Page 27: Lubrication

    Lubrication Grease the fitting on the pump drive idler pivot and the pump control. Use Figure 24 for locating the grease points on the Grease the blade engagement (PTO) bellcrank machine. (Figure 24). Grease with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease.

  • Page 28: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval/Specification Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Clean foam air cleaner element. Every 50 hours—Check the paper air cleaner element. Every 200 hours—Replace the paper air cleaner element. Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every Figure 25 few operating hours) if the operating conditions are 1.

  • Page 29: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil Service Interval/Specification Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine oil level. After the first 8 hours—Change the engine oil. Every 100 hours—Change the engine Figure 27 oil. 1. Oil dipstick 2. Filler tube Every 200 hours—Change the oil filter.

  • Page 30: Servicing The Spark Plugs

    4. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter, turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an additional 3/4 turn (Figure 29). 5. Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil; refer to Servicing the Engine Oil.

  • Page 31: Fuel System Maintenance

    Checking the Spark Plugs Fuel System 1. Look at the center of the spark plugs (Figure 31). Maintenance If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating on the insulator usually means that the air cleaner is dirty. Servicing the Fuel Tank 2.

  • Page 32: Servicing The Fuel Filter

    5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines. 6. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to the filter. 7. Open fuel shut-off valve at fuel tank (Figure 32). 8. Check for fuel leaks and repair if needed. 9.

  • Page 33: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System 7. Check to make sure the safety switch is depressed and there is a 5/16 inch (8 mm) space between the Maintenance actuating tab and the switch. (Figure 36). 8. If needed, adjust switch location to create the Perform the following linkage adjustments when the 5/16 inch (8 mm) space (Figure 36).

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Hydro Control Linkages

    1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. 14. After adjustments are made, tighten the nuts against the yokes. 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 15. Repeat this procedure for the opposite side. 3.
  • Page 35 6. Place the left drive lever in the full forward position. 14. Make sure the speed control lever is in the neutral position and the tire does not rotate. 7. Place the speed control lever in the neutral position. 15. Repeat the adjustment if needed. WARNING Electrical system will not perform proper safety shut off with Operator Presence Control (OPC)

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Control Rod

    5. Hold the OPC levers down. 2. Lengthen the control rod if the tire is turning in reverse and shorten the rod if the tire is turning Note: The OPC levers must be held down forward. whenever the speed control lever is out of the neutral 3.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Tracking

    2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. For a heavier drive setting, relocate the spring anchor links to either the medium or heavy duty positions (Figure 45). The spring anchor links are attached to the upper rear corner of the hydro drive shields on the left and right sides of the machine.

  • Page 38: Cooling System Maintenance

    Cooling System Maintenance Cleaning the Air Intake Screen Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Clean the air intake screen. Before each use remove any build-up of grass, dirt or other debris from the cylinder and cylinder head Figure 46 cooling fins, air intake screen on flywheel end, and carburetor-governor levers and linkage.

  • Page 39: Brake Maintenance

    Brake Maintenance Servicing the Brake Before each use, check the parking brake for proper operation. Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake does not hold securely, adjust it. Checking the Parking Brake 1.

  • Page 40: Belt Maintenance

    Belt Maintenance 4. Rotate the lower brake link yoke clockwise into the yoke to tighten the parking brake; rotate the brake link yoke counterclockwise out of the yoke out to Checking the Belts loosen the parking brake (Figure 48). Service Interval: Every 50 hours/Monthly (whichever Note: There should be approximately 1/4 inch comes first)—Check the belts.

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Mower Belt Tension

    10. Remove the hairpin cotter pin and the clevis pin from the bell crank. 11. Rotate the clevis clockwise on the rod to increase the clearance; rotate it counterclockwise to decrease it (Figure 49). 12. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever. Note: If the assist arm does not contact the front stop on the mower deck (Figure 50 or Figure 51), adjust the clevis to bring the bell crank closer to the...
  • Page 42 1. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set the 1. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set the parking brakes. parking brakes. 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
  • Page 43 Note: The distance between the belt guide and the mower belt should be 3/4 inch (19 mm) when you engage the mower belt (Figure 56). Adjust the mower belt as necessary. The disengaged belt should not drag or fall off the pulley when the guides and belt tension are properly adjusted.
  • Page 44 10. Remove the assist arm link from the assist arm and rotate the link to adjust the length. 11. Install the assist arm link into the assist arm and secure it with the hairpin cotter pin (Figure 58). 12. Check if the assist arm hits against the stops correctly.

  • Page 45: Hydraulic System Maintenance

    Every 25 hours • If hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin Hydraulic Oil Type: Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 it must be surgically removed within a few hydraulic oil or Mobil® 1 15W-50 hours by a doctor familiar with this type of injury.

  • Page 46: Bleeding The Hydraulic System

    through normal operation once the charge pump is primed. 1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Raise the rear of the machine up onto jack stands high enough to raise the drive wheels off the ground.

  • Page 47: Mower Deck Maintenance

    Mower Deck 9. Allow unit to run several minutes after the charge pumps are primed with drive system in the full speed Maintenance position. 10. Check the hydro control linkage adjustment. Refer to Adjusting the Hydro Control Linkages. Servicing the Cutting Blades To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades Checking the Hydraulic Hoses sharp.

  • Page 48: Removing The Blades

    Checking for Bent Blades the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may 1. Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and result in non-conformance with safety standards. backward (Figure 64). 1. Hold the blade bolt with a wrench.

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Blade Brake

    Figure 67 1. Sharpen at original angle 2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade balancer (Figure 68). If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the blade is balanced and can be used. If the blade is not balanced, file some metal off Figure 69 the end of the sail area only (Figure 68).

  • Page 50: Storage

    Storage 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the key. 2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the entire machine, especially the engine. Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the engine’s cylinder head fins and blower housing.
  • Page 51 11. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer. 12. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area. Remove the key from the ignition switch and keep it in a memorable place. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine will not start, starts hard, or fails 1. Fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with gasoline. to keep running. 2. Fuel shut off valve is closed. 2. Open the fuel shut off valve. 3.
  • Page 53 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Blades do not rotate. 1. Mower deck belt is worn or loose. 1. Check the belt tension. 2. Mower deck belt is broken. 2. Install new deck belt. 3. Mower deck belt is off pulley. 3.

  • Page 54: Schematics

    Schematics Electrical Schematic (Rev. -) Hydraulic Schematic (Rev. -)
  • Page 55 Notes:...
  • Page 56 Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products outside the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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