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Page 1: Cutting Unit
Commercial Walk-Behind Mower Floating Deck, T-Bar, Gear Drive with 32in Cutting Unit Model No. 30072—Serial No. 311000001 and Up G014799 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
This manual uses 2 other words to highlight information. additional information, contact an Authorized Service Important calls attention to special mechanical Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model information and Note emphasizes general information and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 worthy of special attention. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Safety ................4 Cooling System Maintenance ........30 Safe Operating Practices ........4 Cleaning the Air Intake Screen ......30 Toro Mower Safety ..........5 Brake Maintenance ..........30 Slope Indicator............. 7 Servicing the Brakes ........... 30 Safety and Instructional Decals ......8 Belt Maintenance............ -
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 – Never refuel or drain the machine indoors. other manufacturers that do not meet American National Standards Institute certification will cause •... -
Page 5: Toro Mower Safety
The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products and other safety information you must • Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade know. - Page 6 • Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.
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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. 66-6380 52-2010 68-8340 REVERSE TRACTION DRIVE 54-0910 82-2280 82-2280 82-2290 93-1159 54-9220... - Page 9 98-3256 98-5954 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 105-0884 106-0699 110-4971 1. Engine—stop 2. Engine—Start 3. Engage bale then pull out on the PTO to engage the blade.
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Page 10: Setup
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Handle assembly Install the handle assembly. – No parts required Check and adjust the shift lever plate. Operator’s Manual Read the Operator’s Manual and watch Engine Operator’s Manual the training material before operating Training material... -
Page 11: Reading The Manual And Viewing The Training Material
Training material Registration Card Procedure • Read the Operator’s Manual. • View the training material. • Fill out the registration card and mail it in or register online at www.Toro.com. • Use the oil drain hose when changing the engine oil. -
Page 12: Product Overview
Product Overview Figure 8 1. Gear shift lever 7. Blade control bail 2. Power take off switch 8. Upper control bar (PTO) 3. Choke control 9. Upper handle 4. Lower handle 10. Throttle control 5. Lower control bar 11. Ignition switch G014800 6. -
Page 13: Operation
Upper Control Bar Operation Shift to the desired gear and push forward on the upper Adding Fuel control bar to engage forward traction operation and pull back to brake forward movement. Pull back on Use Unleaded Regular Gasoline suitable for right side of upper control bar to turn right and left side automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). -
Page 14: Checking The Engine Oil Level
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most DANGER effective when mixed with fresh gasoline. To In certain conditions during fueling, static minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel electricity can be released causing a spark which system, use fuel stabilizer at all times. can ignite the gasoline vapors. -
Page 15: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Important: Do not pull recoil rope to its limit parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. or let go of the starter handle when rope is pulled out because rope may break or recoil assembly may be damaged. Setting the Parking Brake 5. -
Page 16: The Safety Interlock System
2. To engage blade, squeeze blade control bail against The safety interlock system is designed to stop the the upper control bar (Figure 12). mower blades if you release the blade control bail. 3. Pull the blade control switch (PTO) up and release. Testing the Safety Interlock System Hold the blade control bail against the upper control bar while operating. -
Page 17: Using The Lower Control Bar
5. Drive the machine until drive wheels contact the curb (Figure 14). 6. Lower the front of the machine (Figure 14). Note: Both drive wheels should contact the curb and caster wheels straight. 7. At the same time engage the lower control bar and lift up on the lower handle to drive over the curb (Figure 13 and Figure 14). -
Page 18: Stopping The Machine
Stopping the Machine DANGER Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or To stop the machine, pull back on the upper control complete grass catcher assembly mounted in bar, release the blade control bail, and turn the ignition place, you and others are exposed to blade contact key to off. -
Page 19: Adjusting The Handle Height
2. Loosen the upper flange bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and flange nut securing handle to rear frame (Figure 17). G015476 Figure 17 1. Upper handle 5. Upper mounting hole 2. Rear frame 6. Lower mounting holes 3. Flange nut, 3/8 inch 7. -
Page 20: Operating Tips
Alternate mowing direction to keep the grass standing down any nicks and sharpen the blades as necessary. If straight. This also helps disperse clippings which a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with enhances decomposition and fertilization. a genuine Toro replacement blade. -
Page 21: 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. After the first 8 hours • Check the safety interlock system. •... -
Page 22: Lubricating The Caster And Wheel Bearings
Lubricating the Caster and Engine Maintenance Wheel Bearings Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Before each use or daily Every 400 hours Service Interval/Specification Lubricate the wheel bearings and front spindles Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Clean foam air (Figure 18). cleaner element. -
Page 23: 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 oil. Every 200 hours—Change the oil filter. Note: Change the oil more frequently when the Figure 20 operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. -
Page 24: Changing The Engine Oil
Figure 22 1. Oil dipstick 2. Filler tube 5. Unscrew the oil dipstick and wipe the end clean (Figure 22). 6. Slide the oil dipstick fully into the filler tube, but do not thread onto tube (Figure 22). Figure 23 7. -
Page 25: Servicing The Spark Plugs
Checking the Spark Plugs 4. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter, turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket 1. Look at the center of the spark plugs (Figure 26). contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the additional 3/4 turn (Figure 24). -
Page 26: Fuel System Maintenance
Fuel System Maintenance Servicing the Fuel Tank DANGER In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. • Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the Figure 27 engine is cold. -
Page 27: Servicing The Fuel Vent System
Electrical System 5. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to the filter. Maintenance 6. Open fuel shut off valve at fuel tank (Figure 27). 7. Check for fuel leaks and repair if needed. Servicing the Fuse Servicing the Fuel Vent System The electrical system is protected by a fuse. -
Page 28: Drive System Maintenance
Drive System Remember the location of the thrust washers and spacer on each fork to ensure correct installation and Maintenance to maintain a level mower. Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Every 50 hours/Monthly (whichever comes first) Check the pressure at the valve stem (Figure 31). Maintain the air pressure in the rear tires at 12-14 psi (83-97 kPa). -
Page 29: Servicing The Caster Wheel And Bearings
Important: The inside diameter of the bushings locknut until the spanner bushing bottoms against may collapse slightly when installed. If the the inside of the caster forks (Figure 34). caster wheel fork does not slide into the new 7. Grease the fitting on the caster wheel. bushings, ream both bushings to an inside diameter of 1.126 inch (29 mm). -
Page 30: Cooling System Maintenance
Brake Maintenance Cooling System Maintenance Servicing the Brakes Cleaning the Air Intake Screen Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the brakes. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Check brakes on both a level surface and slope. Before each use remove any build up of grass, dirt Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or other debris from the cylinder and cylinder head or leave it unattended. -
Page 31: Belt Maintenance
Belt Maintenance Inspecting the Belts Service Interval: Every 50 hours—Inspect the traction drive belt. Every 50 hours—Inspect the transmission belt. Every 50 hours—Inspect the mower belt. Squealing when the belt is rotating, blades slipping when cutting grass, check the belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks or any other damage. -
Page 32: Replacing The Transmission Belt
Replacing the Transmission are signs of a worn deck belt. Replace the deck belt if any of these conditions are evident. Belt 1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. 1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. 2. -
Page 33: Mower Deck Maintenance
Mower Deck Maintenance Servicing the Cutting Blades To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand. Figure 40 WARNING 1. Front jam nut 4. 4–3/4 inches (12 cm) between the washer and A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece bushing, minus one turn... -
Page 34: Sharpening The Blade
The blade must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the blade is out of balance or is bent. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. A replacement blade made by other manufacturers may Figure 45 result in non-conformance with safety standards. -
Page 35: Correcting The Mower Quality Of Cut
Important: The sail part of the blade must be pointing upward, toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting (Figure 43). 2. Install the blade stiffener, flat washer and blade bolt (Figure 43). 3. Torque the blade bolt to 85-110 ft-lb (115-140 N-m). Correcting the Mower Quality of Cut Note: Tire air pressure is critical in these procedures. -
Page 36: Removing The Discharge Cover
2. Position the blade side-to-side (Figure 48). Measure WARNING at A and B locations (Figure 48) from a level surface Open holes in the mower could allow the mower to the cutting edge of blade tips (Figure 48). to throw objects in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in serious injury. -
Page 37: Storage
Storage 3. Install the spring onto the replacement deflector assembly, then install the deflector assembly into the front deflector pivot post. Cleaning and Storage 4. Ensure that the free end of the spring is positioned 1. Disengage the blade control switch (PTO), set the correctly on the top of the mower, then install the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off. - Page 38 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.
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Page 39: 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. Choke is not on. 2. Move the choke lever to choke position. 3. - Page 40 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Blade does not rotate. 1. Mower belt is worn, loose or broken. 1. Check the belt tension. 2. Mower belt is off pulley. 2. Install mower belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position.
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Page 41: Schematics
Schematics Electrical Schematic (Rev. -) - Page 42 Notes:...
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- Page 44 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.