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® MDE Utility Vehicle Model No. 07299—Serial No. 310000001 and Up Model No. 07299TC—Serial No. 310000001 and Up G008665 To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
Safety the manufacturer. Never carry any other passengers on the vehicle. Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner • Never operate the vehicle when under the influence can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, of drugs or alcohol. Even prescription drugs and comply with these safety instructions and always pay cold medicines can cause drowsiness.
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• Failure to operate the vehicle safely may result in an 4. Remove the key. accident, tip over of the vehicle, and serious injury Note: If the vehicle is on an incline, block the or death. Drive carefully. To prevent tipping or loss wheels after getting off of the vehicle.
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These extra cautions need to be taken when operating Specifications in the Product Overview section, for the vehicle on a hill: vehicle weight limits. The load rating is for level surfaces only. • Slow down before starting up or down a hill. •...
• The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying – Keep children and pets away from the batteries purposes only, not for passengers. and electrolyte. • Never overload your vehicle. The decal (located on • When not filling the batteries, keep the battery vent the rear frame) shows load limits for the vehicle.
• To be sure of optimum performance and safety, result in injury or death. Such use could void the always purchase genuine Toro replacement parts and product warranty. accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made...
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104-7207 1. Poison hazard—read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Explosion hazard—no fire, open flames, or smoking. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard—to perform first aid, flush with water. 107-0257 1. Battery schematic 115-2412 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; no storage. 107-0356 1. Warning—do not touch moving objects, fan; do not touch the hot surfaces;...
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99-7350 1. Maximum tongue weight is 50 lb (23 kg); maximum trailer weight is 400 lb (181 kg). 115-7621 1. Read the Operator’s Manual for information on fuses. 2. 10 amp fuse for the power point. 3. 10 amp fuse for the horn and headlights. Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Install the steering wheel (Model Steering wheel 07299TC only). Battery hold down Battery hold down rod Battery cables Install the batteries (Model 07299TC Battery tray pads only).
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Battery tray pads Battery pad Flange nut (3/8 inch) Battery terminal protector spray Procedure Toro recommends the use of either Trojan T105 or Figure 5 T145, or US. Battery US2200 or US145. 1. Battery pad 3. Upper cut-out holes 2. Front inside face...
(Figure 7). 10. Torque the nuts securing all battery cables to 120 to 180 inch-lb (13.5 to 21 N-m). 11. Coat the battery terminals with Toro battery terminal protector. 12. Ensure that the rubber boots on each battery cable...
4. Voltages by switch position Always use the appropriate power cord for the power outlet of the country or region where charging will occur. Contact your Authorized Toro Dealer to obtain the correct power cord if necessary. Reading the Manual and...
Product Overview Figure 8 1. Hood strap 3. Cargo box 5. Charging receptacle 2. Parking brake 6. Towing tongue 4. Cargo box release lever Controls Releasing the pedal will slow the vehicle and the motor will stop. Note: Pressing down on the pedal and holding it there before the key is turned to the On position will cause a safety interlock to engage and the machine will not operate.
Vehicle Status Light the lever. To disengage, push the lever forward. If the vehicle is parked on a steep grade, make sure that the The vehicle contains a computer that monitors the parking brake is applied. state of the vehicle electrical systems. This computer communicates the status of the vehicle to you through On/Off Switch the vehicle status light.
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G009236 Figure 11 1. Supervisor speed limit switch Passenger Hand Holds The passenger hand holds are located on the right side of the dash panel and at the outside of each seat (Figure 12). G009193 Figure 12 1. Hip restraint 2.
* Specifications listed are with Trojan T145 batteries. Attachments/Accessories A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories are available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of...
Operation 2. Sit in the Operator’s seat, insert the key into the On/Off switch, and rotate the key clockwise to the On position. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. 3. Move the vehicle direction switch button to the desired position.
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sulfuric acid. Charging a battery reverses the chemical reaction, allowing the battery to once again produce electricity. A battery is a perishable item that has a limited life time (Figure 13). When a battery is new, it requires a break-in period to establish efficient electrical production.
batteries lower than 2 bars, especially on a regular basis, will reduce the life of the batteries. Figure 18 1. Prop rod 2. Detent slot Figure 16 Lowering the Box 1. Battery icon 2. Warning light-flashing WARNING The weight of the box may be heavy. Hands or other body parts could be crushed.
Operating the Tailgate Latches Material Material Max. cargo box (lb/ft capacity (on level 1. To open the tailgate latches, push outward and lift ground) the latch handles up (Figure 20). The latches will Gravel, dry95 1/2 full spring out toward the center of the tailgate. Slowly Gravel, wet 1/3 full lower the tailgate.
Towing a Trailer The vehicle is capable of pulling trailers. Two types of tow hitches are available for the vehicle, depending on your application. Contact your Authorized Toro Distributor for details. When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your vehicle or trailer.
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 • Check the tire pressure. • Charge the batteries. Before each use or daily • Check the brake fluid level. •...
WARNING The bed must be raised to perform some routine maintenance. A raised bed can fall and injure persons that are underneath it. • Always use the prop rod to hold the bed up before working under it. • Remove any load material from the bed before working under it. Premaintenance Procedures Maintaining the Vehicle under...
Lubrication 2. Raise the hood. 3. Lower the hood to close and use rubber retaining Lubricate all of the bearings and bushings every 100 straps to secure the hood. hours or once a year, whichever occurs first. Grease them more frequently when using the vehicle for heavy-duty operations.
Check the electrolyte level and add water if needed every should have a bright metallic shine. 25 operating hours or, if the vehicle is in storage, every 4. Apply a light coating of Toro battery terminal 30 days. Use only clean, distilled water to fill the protector.
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Replacing Used Batteries DANGER When the vehicle begins to show a loss of range or when Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a the length of the discharge/charge cycle is significantly deadly poison and causes severe burns. reduced, the batteries are probably getting old and •...
12. Torque the nuts securing all battery cables to 120 to CAUTION 180 inch-lb (13.5 to 21 N-m). The halogen bulbs become extremely hot when in 13. Coat the battery terminals with Toro battery terminal operation. Handling a hot bulb can cause severe protector. burns and personal injury.
Service Manual 6. Adjust the headlights to direct the beams to the for the proper procedures and tools used to perform desired position. the adjustments. Or contact your local Authorized Toro Dealer for service. Adjusting the Headlights Adjusting Front Wheel Toe-In...
G009235 Figure 32 Figure 34 1. Tire center line-back 3. Axle center line 1. Transaxle 2. Check bolt 2. Tire center line-front 3. If the oil level is low, add 10w30 motor oil to the 2. If the measurement does not fall within the specified check hole until it runs out the hole.
Brake Maintenance Inspecting the Brakes Service Interval: Every 100 hours Brakes are a critical safety component of the vehicle. As with all safety components, they should be closely inspected at regular intervals to ensure optimum performance and safety. The following inspections Figure 35 should be done every 100 hours: 1.
Cleaning Storage 1. Position the machine on a level surface, set the Washing the Vehicle parking brake, stop the vehicle, and remove the key. The vehicle should be washed as needed. Use water 2. Clean dirt and grime from the entire machine, alone or with a mild detergent.
Troubleshooting Vehicle Status Light Flash Pattern Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Always on 1. The system is functioning properly. 1. None 1 flash 1. The computer programming personality 1. Turn the On/Off key to the Off position, is out of range. wait a few seconds, and turn the On/Off key to the On position.
Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from 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.