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Form No. 3323-751 ProLine Mid-Size 15 HP Traction Unit 30168—200000001 & Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
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The warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. with your new product, so feel free to contact your...
Safety This machine meets or exceeds CPSC blade safety Preparation requirements for rotary mowers and the Evaluate the terrain to determine what B71.4 1999 specifications of the American accessories and attachments are needed to National Standards Institute, in effect at time of properly and safely perform the job.
Safety Operation Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of a clear path. Never run an engine in an enclosed area. Never carry passengers and keep pets and Only operate in good light, keeping away from bystanders away. holes and hidden hazards.
Always look down and behind before The following list contains safety information and while backing. specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the ANSI Be aware of the mower discharge direction and standards.
Safety Do not touch equipment or attachment parts When operating machine on slopes, banks or which may be hot from operation. Allow to cool near drop offs, always have ROPS (roll over before attempting to maintain, adjust or service. protection) installed. Before operating a machine with ROPS (roll When operating a machine with ROPS (roll over over protection) be certain the seat belts are...
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Safety Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Protect your face, eyes and clothing when working with a battery.
Safety 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.
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for POTENTIAL HAZARD automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded When fueling, under certain circumstances, regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is a static charge can develop, igniting the not available.
Gasoline and Oil Stabilizer/Conditioner Filling the Fuel Tank Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to Shut the engine off. provide the following benefits: Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days cap.
Flange nut 3/8-16 Rod fitting Clevis pin Install control rods Washer 1/4” Hairpin cotter Clamp Lock nut 5/16-18 Attach wire harness Wire Tie Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro...
Assembly Mount Control Panel and Fuel Install Shift Lever Tank Align mounting block with flats of shaft on top of transmission and slide onto shaft (Fig. 3). Slide control panel over shift lever and under bottom of rear frame (Fig. 1). Align fuel tank to Note: DO NOT remove rubber washer on top of rear frame (Fig.
Assembly Install Upper Handle Connect Throttle Cable Align upper handle mounting holes with desired Route engine speed control cable around left side mounting holes in rear frame (upper or lower set of engine. of holes) Place throttle control in FAST position. Secure each side with (2) 3/8 –16 x 1”...
Assembly Connect Wire Harness Route wire harness along inside of left handle bracket. Plug clutch wire into connector (Fig. 7). Secure the black ground wire to engine mount with 5/16 nut (Fig. 7). Secure wire harness to upper handle with cable tie.
Assembly Install Control Rods Check the gap between upper control bar and fixed bar with wheel drive fully engaged. Gap should be approximately 1 to 1-1/4 in. Thread rod fittings equal distance onto each (25–32 mm) (Fig. 10). control rod. For a starting point thread on approximately 2 in.
Assembly If brake adjustment is required, remove hairpin cotter and washer securing brake rod fitting to idler bracket (Fig. 11). Adjust wing nut up or down on brake rod and secure fitting to idler bracket (Fig. 11). Check adjustment and readjust if necessary. Note: Make sure brake rod is installed in front (“F”) mounting hole in idler...
Operation Think Safety First Recoil Starter – Pull recoil Starter handle to start engine. Please carefully read all the safety instructions and Fuel Shut–off Valve – (Under fuel tank) Close fuel symbols in the safety section. Knowing this shut–off valve when transporting or storing mower. information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury.
Operation Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Setting the Parking Brake Pull the upper control bar (Fig. 13) rearward and hold it in this position. Lift the parking brake lock (Fig. 13) up and gradually release the upper control bar.
Operation Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting Make sure spark plug wire(s) are installed on spark plug(s) and fuel valve is open. Move the shift lever to neutral, set the parking brake and turn ignition key to RUN (Fig. 14). Move the throttle control to CHOKE position Figure 14 before starting a cold engine (Fig.
Operation Operating Mower Blade The Safety Interlock System Control (PTO) Understanding the Safety Interlock System The blade control switch (PTO) in conjunction with the blade control bail engages and disengages power The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the to the electric clutch and mower blades.
Operation Driving Forward or Backward Backward To go backward, move the shift lever to reverse The throttle control regulates the engine speed as gear. measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the “FAST” position for best Release the parking brake: refer to Releasing the performance.
Operation Lower Control Bar Operation This procedure is for driving up a curb. This can be performed while driving forward or backward. Disengage the mower blades. POTENTIAL HAZARD m–4185 A blade can be bent or damaged when Figure 18 driving up a curb. Blades could break 1.
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Oil—check level Oil—change* Initial Oil Filter–change (200 hours or every other oil change) Safety System—check Brake—check Wheel Bearings—grease* Transmission Couplings—grease* Foam Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace* Spark Plug(s)—check Belts—check for wear/cracks Electric Clutch–Adjust...
Maintenance Air Cleaner Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Foam Element Service Interval/Specification A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 warm water. When the element is clean, operating hours. rinse it thoroughly. Paper Element: Replace after every 200 operating B.
Maintenance Paper Element Engine Oil A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to Service Interval/Specification remove dust and dirt (Fig. 21). Change oil: B. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal. After the first 8 operating hours.
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Maintenance Checking Oil Level Changing/Draining Oil Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, warms the oil so it drains better. and turn the ignition key to “OFF”...
Maintenance Change Oil Filter Spark Plug Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other Check the spark plug(s) after every 100 operating oil change. hours. Make sure the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark Note: Change oil filter more frequently when...
Maintenance Checking the Spark Plug Greasing and Lubrication Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 26). Service Interval/Specification If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating Grease the wheel bearings every 8 operating hours on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is and the transmission couplers every 200 operating dirty.
Maintenance Lubricate the transmission couplers (Fig. 28). 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. 29). Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading.
Maintenance Brake Adjusting the Brake The brake lever is on the upper control bar (Fig. 12). Service Interval/Specification If the parking brake does not hold securely, an adjustment is required. Before each use, check brakes for proper operation. Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to Always set the parking brake when you stop the Checking the Brake, page 31.
Maintenance Fuel Tank Draining The Fuel Tank POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. m–1717 WHAT CAN HAPPEN Figure 31 A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage. 1. Fuel shut-off valve 2.
Maintenance Fuel Filter Drive Belt Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating hours Check all belts after every 50 operating hours or or yearly, whichever occurs first. monthly, whichever occurs first. Look for dirt, wear, cracks, and signs of overheating.
Maintenance Note: If the new belt slips, examine the Torque pivot bolt to 35-40 ft. lb. (47-54 N m). pulley for wear. A good pulley will Install tension spring between idler arm and have gaps between the flat parts of the frame bracket (Fig.
Maintenance Adjust Electric Clutch The clutch is adjustable to ensure proper engagement and proper braking. Check adjustment after every 100 hours of operation. The electric clutch has three (3) adjustment nuts that all must be adjusted the same (Fig. 36). Insert a 0.015 inch (.40 mm) feeler gauge into the slot (Fig.
Maintenance Cleaning and Storage For storage over 30 days, prepare the traction unit as follows. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the A. Add a petroleum based parking brake, and turn the ignition key to stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the tank. “OFF”...
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine will not start, starts hard, or Fuel tank is empty. Fill fuel tank with gasoline. f il fails to keep running. Choke is not ON. Move throttle lever to choke position. Air cleaner is dirty. Clean or replace air cleaner element.
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Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine does not drive. Shift lever is in NEUTRAL. Move shift lever to a drive gear position. Traction belt is worn, loose or Change Belt. broken. Traction belt is off pulley. Change Belt.
What Is Covered By This Express Warranty? analysis of the defect in materials or workmanship or if you need a referral to a TORO ProLine Service Dealer, please feel free to The Toro Company promises to repair any TORO Product...