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- Page 1 Form No. 3329-996 14-38HXLE, 16-38HXLE, and 17-38HXLE Wheel Horse Lawn Tractors Model No. 71242—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Model No. 71243—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Model No. 71245—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Original Instructions (GB)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
..... . . additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and Using the Safety Interlock System . -
Page 3: Safety
Write the product model and serial numbers in the space Never mow while people, especially children, or pets below: are nearby. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their Model No. -
Page 4: Maintenance And Storage
On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one – disengage the power take-off and lower the blade can cause other blades to rotate. attachments; – change into neutral and set the parking brake; Operation – stop the engine and remove the key. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. -
Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety
Toro Riding Mower Safety The following paragraph contains safety information specific to Toro products that is not included in the CEN standard. Use only Toro-approved attachments. The warranty may be voided if you use the tractor with unapproved attachments. Sound Pressure This unit has a maximum sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 88 dBA, based on measurements of... -
Page 7: Slope Chart
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Page 9: 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. 92-5730 1. Choke 3. Continuous variable setting 2. Fast 4. - Page 10 93-6677 99-2986 1. Warning—do not operate the mower with the deflector up or 1. Crushing/dismemberment hazard of bystanders—do not turn removed; keep the deflector in place. the key while children are present; keep children a safe 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower distance from the machine.
- Page 11 104-4163 1. Explosion hazard 4. Wear eye protection 2. No fire, open flames, or 5. Read the Operator’s smoking. Manual. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical 6. Keep bystanders a safe burn hazard distance from the battery. 100-7449 1. Pull the lever out to push 3.
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Page 12: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Using Stabilizer/Conditioner Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the tractor to provide the Recommended Gasoline following benefits: It keeps gasoline fresh during storage for up to 90 days. Use unleaded regular gasoline suitable for automotive use For longer storage, drain the fuel tank. (85 pump octane minimum). -
Page 13: Operation
Operation Setting the Parking Brake 1. Push the brake pedal (Fig. 3) down and hold it. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the tractor from the normal operating position. Controls Become familiar with the controls (Fig. 2) before you start the engine and operate the tractor. -
Page 14: Using The Headlights
Using the Headlights Models 71242 and 71243 only A dash-mounted On/Off switch (Fig. 2) controls the 1 in. (25 mm) headlights. The lights only shine while the engine is 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) running and the switch is On. 2 in. (51 mm) 2-1/2 in. -
Page 15: Stopping The Engine
4. Shift the throttle lever to Choke (Fig. 8). Using the Safety Interlock System Caution If the safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged, the tractor could operate unexpectedly, causing personal injury. Do not tamper with the interlock switches. m-1859 Check the operation of the interlock switches Figure 8 daily and replace any damaged switches before... -
Page 16: Testing The Safety Interlock System
A red light on the front console (Fig. 11) turns on, Danger indicating that the interlock is disabled. You could back over a child or bystander while the mower blades or other attachment is engaged and cause serious injury or death. Do not mow in reverse unless it is absolutely necessary. -
Page 17: Pushing The Tractor Manually
4. Shift the blade control (PTO) lever to Disengage, move Driving Forward or Backward the traction control pedal to Neutral, set the parking brake, and start the engine. While the engine is running, The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured shift the blade control (PTO) lever to Engage and move in RPM (revolutions per minute). -
Page 18: Side Discharge Or Mulch Grass
Installing the Discharge Cover Caution To convert from a side discharge to a mulching mower, install the discharge cover into the opening at the side of Children or bystanders may be injured if they the mower. move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is unattended. -
Page 19: Operating Tips
Operating Tips For the best performance, operate the engine at the maximum speed. The mower requires air to thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the height-of-cut too low or completely surround the mower in uncut grass. Always leave one side of the mower free from uncut grass to allow the air to be drawn into the mower. -
Page 20: Maintenance
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right side of the tractor from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Check the engine oil level. Check the safety system. Each use Clean the mower housing. Check the battery electrolyte. Check the brakes. -
Page 21: Servicing The Engine Oil
Servicing the Engine Oil 7. Clean around the oil dipstick (Fig. 15) so that dirt cannot fall into the fill hole and damage the engine. Check the oil level daily or after every 8 hours. Change the oil after the first 5 operating hours and every 50 operating hours thereafter. -
Page 22: Servicing The Battery
4. Set the parking brake. Servicing the Battery 5. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a paper towel to clean the battery and battery box. If the 6. -
Page 23: Adding Water To The Battery
6. Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable from the 2. Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte must be battery post (Fig. 18). up to the Upper line (Fig. 19). m–5004 Figure 19 1. Vent caps 3. Lower line 2. -
Page 24: Servicing The Parking Brake
5. Wait 5 to 10 minutes after filling the battery cells. Add Servicing the Parking Brake distilled water, if necessary, until the electrolyte level is up to the Upper line (Fig. 19) on the battery case. The parking brake is on the right side of the rear axle, inside the rear tire (Fig. -
Page 25: Greasing And Lubricating The Tractor
Removing the Foam and Paper Elements Important With the parking brake released, the rear wheels must rotate freely when you push the tractor. If you 1. Disengage the blade (PTO). cannot achieve the .015 in. (0.38 mm) clearance and free wheel rotation, contact an Authorized Service Dealer 2. -
Page 26: Servicing The Spark Plug
Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements 3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 4. Remove the ignition key. Foam Element: 5. Open the hood. 1. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly. -
Page 27: Cleaning The Cooling System
Installing the Spark Plug 2. Disengage the blade (PTO). 3. Set the parking brake. 1. Install the spark plug and metal washer. 4. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Note: Make sure that the air gap is set correctly. 5. -
Page 28: Servicing The Transaxle Fluid
1-1/4 in. max. Servicing the Headlights (32 mm) Models 71242 and 71243 only The headlights use an 1156, automotive-type bulb. Removing the Bulb 1. Disengage the blade (PTO). m-4983 2. -
Page 29: Servicing The Blades
8. Rotate the bulb holder 1/4 turn counterclockwise and Servicing the Blades remove it from the reflector (Fig. 31). To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, keep extra blades. Danger A worn or damaged blade can break and a piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator’s or bystander’s area, resulting in serious personal injury or death. -
Page 30: Removing The Mower
3. Remove the bolt (5/8 in. wrench), curved washer, Installing the Blades retainer, and blade (Fig. 34). Use a block of wood as a 1. Install each blade, blade retainer, curved washer wedge between the blade and the mower to lock the (cupped side toward blade), and the blade bolt (Fig. - Page 31 14. Remove the bolts and locknuts and pull the 2 mower Caution pivot mount brackets down from the front axle (Fig. 39). When you remove the mower, the spring-tensioned height-of-cut lever could suddenly release and injure you or someone else. Move the height-of-cut lever to the “D”...
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Page 32: Installing The Mower
23. Remove the mower belt from the lower engine pulley Important Do not bend the belt guides away from the (Fig. 41). pulley. There must be a maximum 1/8 in. (3 mm) between the belt guides and the edge of the pulley to keep the belt on the pulley during operation. -
Page 33: Replacing The Blade Drive Belt
14. Look under the tractor and take down the blade control 24. Disengage the blade (PTO). (PTO) cable nested inside the frame rail. 25. Move the height-of-cut lever into the “D” notch to 15. Remove the rubber wiper and first jam nut (Fig. 44). make it easier to install the height-of-cut lift assist spring. -
Page 34: Leveling The Mower From Side-To-Side
5. Install the mower; refer to Installing the Mower on 10. Remove the hairpin cotter and washer from the leveling page 32. bracket (Fig. 48). Leveling the Mower from Side-to-Side The mower blades must be level from side to side. Check the side-to-side level whenever you install the mower or look for an uneven cut on your lawn. -
Page 35: Washing The Underside Of The Mower
9. Measure the length of the rod extending out of the front 13. Slightly loosen the front pivot plate mounting bolts of the adjusting block on the sides of the chassis (Fig. 51). (Fig. 49). If the rod length is not 5/8 in. (16 mm), remove the hairpin cotter and washer from the end of the rod (Fig. -
Page 36: Cleaning And Storage
5. Attach the coupling (not included) to the mower Cleaning and Storage washout fitting and turn the water on high (Fig. 52). 1. Disengage the blade (PTO). 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 4. - Page 37 oil into the spark plug hole. Use the electric starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug, but do not connect the wire to the spark plug. 13. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Clean the battery and battery terminals.
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Page 38: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram KEY SWITCH NO CONNECTION B I A AND X Y WIRE COLOR CODES START B I S BROWN PINK (IGNITION) BLUE BLACK GREY YELLOW WHITE VIOLET GREEN KEY SW ORANGE BATTERY (PTO) SHOWN WITH PTO DISENGAGED FUEL SOLENIOD ALTERNATOR SEAT CLOSED WHEN OPERATOR... -
Page 39: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 1. The blade control (PTO) is 1. Disengage the blade control engaged. (PTO). 2. The parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. The battery is dead. 3. - Page 40 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The engine overheats. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce the ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is 2. Add oil to the crankcase. low. 3. The cooling fins and air 3.