Toro 30530 Operator's Manual
Toro 30530 Operator's Manual

Toro 30530 Operator's Manual

Mid–size mower proline gear 15 hp with 48in side discharge mower
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Form No. 3352–533
Mid–Size Mower
ProLine Gear 15 hp with 48in Side Discharge
Mower
Model No. 30530—Serial No. 250000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Original Instructions (EN)
Register your product at www.Toro.com

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3352–533 Mid–Size Mower ProLine Gear 15 hp with 48in Side Discharge Mower Model No. 30530—Serial No. 250000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Original Instructions (EN) Register your product at www.Toro.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ....Installing the Blade Control (PTO) Rod ..W 2004 by The Toro Company Contact us at www.Toro.com All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Authorized Service Institute in effect at the time of production. Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and Note: The addition of attachments made by other serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates...
  • Page 4: Maintenance And Storage

    Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and Keep pets and bystanders away. remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire which Slow down and use caution when making turns and can be thrown by the machine. crossing roads and sidewalks.
  • Page 5: Toro Mower Safety

    The following list contains safety information specific to Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. Toro products and other safety information you must know. These can change the stability of the machine. This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual.
  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart Align this edge with a vertical surface (Tree, Building, Fence post, pole, etc.)
  • 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. 1-403005 95-5537 1. Read the Operator’s Manual for instructions on operating the cutting blade 2.
  • Page 10 63-8440 98-5130 1. Hot surface 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for instructions on torquing the blade bolt/nut to 75-80 ft.-lb.(102-106 N m). 67-5360 105-4111 106-2734 1. Choke 4. Slow 2. Fast 5. Engine—stop 3. Continuous variable setting 106-2736 1. Park 2.
  • Page 11: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Warning Recommended Gasoline Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious Use unleaded regular gasoline suitable for automotive use injury and illness. (85 pump octane minimum). Use leaded regular gasoline if unleaded regular is not available.
  • Page 12: Setup

    Fuel tank Bolt, 5/16 x 3/4 in. Lock washer, 5/16 in. Locknut Installing the fuel tank Washer, 5/16 in. Stud Spring Operator’s Manual Engine Operator’s Manual Review before operating machine Parts Catalog Video Registration card Fill out and return to Toro...
  • Page 13: Installing The Front Casters

    Installing the Front Casters Installing the Upper Handle and Wire Harness 1. Align the casters with the holes on the top and front of the mower, and insert 8 bolts (3/8 x 3/4 in.) through the 1. Align the upper handle mounting holes with the mower.
  • Page 14: Installing The Control Rods

    6. Connect the right-angled insulated terminals to the 3. Adjust the control rod length by threading the rod in or switch (Fig. 4). out of the rod fitting until there is a 3/16 to 1/4 in. (5 to 6 mm) clearance between the control rod and the bottom of the neutral/parking brake lock (Fig.
  • Page 15: Installing The Blade Control (Pto) Rod

    6. Remove alignment pin and check control operation. Installing the Shift Lever 1. Remove the locknut (3/8 in.) and the spring washer (Fig. 9). m–2596 Figure 7 1. Wire Z-bend 4. Alignment holes 1/4 in. (6 mm) 2. Speed control lever m–3772 5.
  • Page 16: Installing The Shift Lever Plate And Fuel Tank

    Installing the Shift Lever Plate Note: Tighten left side of shift lever plate until it is completely tight and then unscrew locknut one full turn. and Fuel Tank This will allow the spring to work. 1. Remove the bolts and nuts holding the shift lever plate to the rear frame.
  • Page 17: Operation

    3. Shift lever to neutral and check alignment of lever in Controls slot of shifter lever plate. The clearance on the sides of shift lever should be equal (Fig. 14). Become familiar with all the controls (Fig. 15) before you start the engine and operate the machine.
  • Page 18: Operating The Parking Brake And Neutral Locks

    much you squeeze the drive lever. To move the mower Setting the Neutral Locks straight forward (or backward), smoothly release both drive 1. Squeeze the drive levers back (Fig. 16). levers simultaneously. 2. Place your thumbs on the upper part of the locks and Neutral/parking brake locks—Squeeze the drive levers move them rearward into the Neutral Lock position back and move the locks rearward to activate the neutral...
  • Page 19: Operating The Blade Control (Pto) Lever

    4. Disconnect the wires from the spark plugs to prevent the Operator Presence Control (OPC) levers are someone from accidentally starting the machine while released when the transmission or the blades are transporting or storing it. engaged; 5. Close the fuel shut-off valve before transporting or the machine is shifted into gear without holding the storing the machine.
  • Page 20: Stopping The Mower

    Note: To go straight, release the drive levers equally. To Transporting the Mower turn, squeeze the drive lever on the same side as the direction you want to turn. Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the mower. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all the necessary lighting and marking as required by law.
  • Page 21: Adjusting The Wheel Drive Tension

    Adjusting the Wheel Drive Adjusting the Height-of-Cut Tension This machine has a 1 to 4-1/4 in. (26 to 108 mm) range for the height-of-cut. This can be achieved by adjusting blade You may need to increase the wheel drive belt tension spacers, rear axle height and front caster spacers.
  • Page 22 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Loosen, but do not remove, the 2 axle pivot bolts and the 2 axle adjustment bolts (Fig. 19). m–3791 Figure 20 1. Clevis pin 3.
  • Page 23: Height-Of-Cut Chart

    Height-of-Cut Chart No. of Spacers Number of 1/4 in. Blade Spacers Below Spindle Below Caster 1/2 in. 3/16 in. Axle (13mm) (5 mm) Position 1 in. 1–1/4 in. 1–1/2 in. 1–3/4 in. 2 in. (26 mm) (32 mm) (38 mm) (45 mm) (45 mm) 1–1/8 in.
  • Page 24: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Important Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Engine Oil—check the level Safety System—check Each Use Brakes—check Engine—clean the outside...
  • Page 25: Servicing The Cutting Blades

    Caution Someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Disconnect the wires from the spark plugs before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug. Servicing the Cutting Blades 2.
  • Page 26: Servicing The Air Cleaner

    (Fig. 25). Repeat this step until the blade are out of balance or bent. To ensure optimum performance is balanced. and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards. m–1855 1.
  • Page 27 Removing the Foam and Paper Elements 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the engine off. 2. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from getting into the engine and causing damage. Unscrew the cover nut and remove the air cleaner cover (Fig.
  • Page 28: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil Service Interval/Specification Change oil: After the first 5 operating hours. After every 100 operating hours. Note: Change oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG or SH) Figure 30 Crankcase Capacity: w/filter, 64 ounce (1.9 l) 1.
  • Page 29: Servicing The Spark Plugs

    Changing the Engine Oil 1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing the Engine Oil, page 29. 1. Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This warms 2. Remove the old filter and wipe the filter adapter the oil so it drains better.
  • Page 30: Checking The Tire Pressure

    4. Remove the spark plug and metal washer. Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval/Specification Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first (Fig.
  • Page 31: Servicing The Brakes

    Applying the Grease 3. Lubricate the blade belt idler arm pivot (Fig. 38) after every 50 operating hours. 1. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set the parking brakes. 2. Clean the grease fittings with a rag and scrape any paint from the front of the fittings.
  • Page 32: Draining The Fuel Tank

    m–3778 m–5372 Figure 39 Figure 40 1. Brake rod 2. Wing nut 1. Fuel shut-off valve 3. Clamp 2. Fuel filter 4. Position the wing nuts so that the brakes engage when you squeeze the drive levers enough to place the 4.
  • Page 33: Checking The Belts

    7. Open the fuel shut-off valve at the fuel tank (Fig. 40). Replacing the Traction Belt 8. Check for fuel leaks and make any needed repairs. 1. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set the parking brakes. Checking the Belts 2.
  • Page 34: Adjusting The Mower Belt Tension

    4. Remove the idler pulley and the worn belt (Fig. 42). 11. Rotate the clevis clockwise on the rod to increase the clearance; rotate it counterclockwise to decrease it 5. Install the new mower belt. (Fig. 44). 6. Install the idler pulley. 12.
  • Page 35: Adjusting The Blade Brake

    4. Rotate the turnbuckle toward the rear of the mower to Adjusting the Grass/Mud increase the tension on the belt. Rotate the turnbuckle Scraper toward the front of the mower to decrease the tension on the belt (Fig. 45). 1. Loosen the locknut that holds the scraper to the engine Note: The eyebolt threads on both ends of the frame (Fig.
  • Page 36: Cleaning And Storage

    8. For long-term storage (more than 90 days) add a Important The grass deflector must be able to lower stabilizer/conditioner additive to the fuel in the tank. down into position. Lift the deflector up to test that it lowers into the full down position. 9.
  • Page 37: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The engine will not start, starts The fuel tank is empty. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. hard, or fails to keep running. f il The choke is not on. Set the throttle control to the Choke position.
  • Page 39 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action There is abnormal vibration. The cutting blades are bent or Install new cutting blades. unbalanced. The blade mounting bolt is Tighten the blade mounting loose. bolt. The engine mounting bolts Tighten the engine mounting are loose. bolts.
  • Page 40: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

    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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