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Form No. 3351-900
18-44HXLE
Wheel Horse Lawn Tractor
Model No. 71285—Serial No. 240000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Register your product at www.Toro.com
Original Instructions (GB)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3351-900 18-44HXLE Wheel Horse Lawn Tractor Model No. 71285—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Register your product at www.Toro.com Original Instructions (GB)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Recommended Gasoline ..... Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and Using Stabilizer/Conditioner ....
  • Page 3: Safety

    Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or inadequate braking; death if you do not follow the recommended precautions. the type of machine is unsuitable for its task; Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate lack of awareness of the effect of ground injury if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
  • Page 4: Maintenance And Storage

    Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope. Travel – if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check on grass slopes requires particular care. To guard immediately). against overturning: Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or – do not stop or start suddenly when going up or not in use.
  • Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety

    Toro Riding Mower Safety The following paragraph contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the CEN standard. Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may be voided if used with unapproved attachments.
  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Slope Chart...
  • 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 99-2986 1. Crushing/dismemberment hazard of bystanders—do not turn the key while children are present; keep children a safe distance from the machine. 100-7449 1. Pull the lever out to push 3. Read the instructions the machine. before servicing or performing maintenance. 2.
  • Page 11 104-4164 1. Contains lead; do not 4. No sparks, flame, or 6. Flush eyes immediately with 8. Minimum fill line discard. smoking water and get medical help 9. Instructions for activating the fast. 2. Recycle 5. Sulfuric acid can cause battery blindness or severe burns.
  • Page 12: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Using Stabilizer/Conditioner Use unleaded regular gasoline suitable for automotive use Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the tractor to provide the (85 pump octane minimum). You may use leaded regular following benefits: gasoline if unleaded regular is not available. It keeps gasoline fresh during storage for up to 90 days.
  • Page 13: Operation

    Operation Using the Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the tractor or leave it unattended. Controls Setting the Parking Brake Become familiar with all of the controls (Fig. 2) before you start the engine and operate the tractor. 1.
  • Page 14: Positioning The Seat

    Positioning the Seat The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the tractor and are most comfortable. 1. Raise the seat and loosen the adjustment knobs (Fig. 4). 1852 Figure 5 1.
  • Page 15: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine 1. Sit down on the seat. 2. Set the parking brake; refer to Setting the Parking Brake on page 13. Note: The engine will not start unless you set the parking brake or fully depress the clutch/brake pedal. 3.
  • Page 16: Testing The Safety Interlock System

    Setting the KeyChoice Switch to 3. Turn the KeyChoice key. Operate in Reverse A red light on the front console (Fig. 11) turns on, indicating that the interlock is disabled. An interlock feature on the tractor prevents the power take off (PTO) from operating when backing up.
  • Page 17: Pushing The Tractor Manually

    4. Shift the blade control (PTO) lever into the Disengage Driving the Tractor Forward or position, the ground speed pedal in Neutral, and set the Backward parking brake. Start the engine. While the engine is running, shift the blade control (PTO) lever into the The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured Engage position, push in the clutch, and put the ground in RPM (revolutions per minute).
  • Page 18: Stopping The Tractor

    Stopping the Tractor If you must stop the tractor while mowing, you may leave a clump of grass clippings on your lawn. To avoid this, do the following: To stop the tractor, release the ground speed pedal, disengage the blades (PTO), and turn the ignition key to –...
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval After first 5 hours of use Change the engine oil. Check the engine oil level. Each use Check the safety system. Check the battery electrolyte. Every 5 hours Check the brakes. Grease the chassis.
  • Page 20: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil 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. Note: Change the oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or 1868 higher)
  • Page 21: Servicing The Air Cleaner

    Changing the Oil Filter 5. Open the hood. 6. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from getting Replace the oil filter every 100 hours or every other oil into the engine and causing damage. Pull up on the air change.
  • Page 22: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Paper Element: 1. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove dust and dirt. 2. Carefully clean the rubber seal on the paper element to prevent debris from entering the engine. 3. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal.
  • Page 23: Servicing The Brake

    Servicing the Brake Important With the parking brake released, the rear wheels should rotate freely when you push the tractor. If The brake is on the right side of the rear axle, inside the you cannot set the 0.015 in. (0.38 mm) clearance and get rear tire (Fig.
  • Page 24: Checking The Tire Pressure

    Where to Add Grease Servicing the Battery Lubricate the front wheels and steering spindles until Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a grease begins to ooze out of the bearings (Fig. 21). paper towel to clean the battery and battery box. If the battery terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of 4 parts water and 1 part baking soda.
  • Page 25: Adding Water To The Battery

    6. Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable from the Checking the Electrolyte Level battery post (Fig. 23). 1. Tip the seat forward to see the battery. 2. Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte must be up to the Upper line (Fig. 24). m-5004 Figure 24 1.
  • Page 26: Draining The Fuel Tank

    4. Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until 5. Install the battery in the tractor and connect the battery the electrolyte level is up to the Upper line (Fig. 24) on cables; refer to Installing the Battery on page 25. the battery case.
  • Page 27: Replacing The Fuel Filter

    Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter 1-1/4 in. max. because the fuel tank is empty. (32 mm) 9. Install the fuel line onto the filter. Slide the hose clamp close to the filter to secure the fuel line and filter. Replacing the Fuel Filter Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 28: Servicing The Headlights

    Servicing the Headlights Installing the Bulb 1. The bulb has metal pins on the side of its base. Align Use a #1156, automotive-type bulb. the pins with the slots in the bulb holder and insert the base into the holder (Fig. 30). Push and rotate the bulb Removing the Bulb clockwise until it stops.
  • Page 29 8. Grease the chassis; refer to Greasing and Lubricating 16. Store the tractor in a clean, dry garage or storage area. the Tractor on page 23. Remove the ignition and KeyChoice keys from the mower and keep them in a memorable place. Cover the 9.
  • Page 30: 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 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 1. The blades (PTO) are 1. Shift the blade control (PTO) engaged. lever to Disengaged. 2. The parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. The battery is dead. 3.
  • Page 32 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The engine loses power. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Shift into lower gear to reduce ground speed. 2. The air cleaner is dirty. 2. Clean the air cleaner element. 3. The oil level in the crankcase is 3.

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