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FORM NO. 95-4836
O P E R A T O R ' S
MODEL NO. 44501 - 70001 & UP
MANUAL
TOPDRESSER 2300
The TORO Company - 1997
©
All Rig hts Res erv ed

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  • Page 1 FORM NO. 95-4836 O P E R A T O R ’ S MODEL NO. 44501 - 70001 & UP MANUAL TOPDRESSER 2300 The TORO Company - 1997 © All Rig hts Res erv ed...
  • Page 2 FOREWORD Thank you for buying a high quality Toro turf care product. To get the best performance from this machine, operate and maintain it according to the instructions in this manual. Toro also wants to stress the importance of safety. You and anyone else using or maintaining this machine are strongly urged to read this manual, especially all the safety instructions.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Model and Serial Number to: 8. NEVER allow children to operate the machine. The Toro Company Do not allow adults to operate the machine without 8111 Lyndale Avenue South proper instructions.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    The following safety and instruction decals are installed on the unit. Replace any decals that becomes damaged or illegible. Part numbers for decals are listed below and in your Parts Catalog. Order replacements from your Authorized Toro Distributor. NEAR BEARINGS &...
  • Page 5: Loose Parts

    LOOSE PARTS Description Tongue Install tongue Capscrew, 1/2"-13 x 3-1/2" Flat Washer, 1/2" Hex Nut, 1/2" Hopper Front Assemble hopper Long Skirt Carriage Bolt, 1/4"-20 x 1" Flat Washer, 1/4" Lock Washer, 1/4" Hex Nut, 1/4" Short Skirt Hopper Side, LH Hopper Back Hopper Brace Carriage Bolt, 1/4"-20 x 3/4"...
  • Page 6: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: Metering Gate: Infinitely variable from closed to 4-1/2" opening for light to heavy applications. Height: 40" Length: 88" Controls: 12 volt on/off switch at operator’s po- Width: 83" sition to engage conveyor and brush. Metering gate control arm spans full width in front of brush.
  • Page 7: Set Up Instructions

    SET UP INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL TONGUE (Fig. 1) 1. Mount the tongue using (2) 1/2" x 3-1/2" bolts, flat washers and nuts provided. Double nut both bolts. ASSEMBLE HOPPER (Fig. 2) 1. Assemble the sides, front, and back (Item A, B, and C) of the hopper and corner guards (Item H) using the 1/4"...
  • Page 8: Before Operating

    BEFORE OPERATING CHECK TIRE PRESSURE DANGER 1. Check tire pressure before each use. Because the topdresser is ground driven always maintain Pressurized Cap Can Cause Serious Injury tire pressure at 20 PSI. If Improperly Opened. ATTACH TOPDRESSER TO TOWING Never open oil cap without releasing VEHICLE pressure valve stem.
  • Page 9: Operating Instructions

    CONTROLS PRESSURE GAUGE DANGER The gauge is a pressure gauge that reads the air Pressurized Cap Can Cause Serious Injury pressure in the tank. The recommended air If Improperly Opened. pressure is between 20 - 40 PSI. NEVER open oil cap without releasing pressure valve stem.
  • Page 10: Lubrication

    LUBRICATION BEARINGS (Fig. 4) ADJUSTMENT LUGS (Fig. 5) The topdresser has 5 self sealing bearings that Always maintain a light coat of No. 2 Lithium based must be lubricated with a No. 2 Lithium based grease on the threads of the four adjustment lugs. grease.
  • Page 11: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE BLEEDING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM must run smoothly with no jerking motion. DANGER 6. When all are operating smoothly, install the air pressure cap. Check the air pressure cap for Pressurized Cap Can Cause Serious Injury leaks. See Check Hydraulic System under Before If Improperly Opened.
  • Page 12: Brush To Conveyor Belt Adjustment

    MAINTENANCE BRUSH TO CONVEYOR BELT ADJUSTMENT Fig. 7) CHAIN TENSION (Fig. 8) The brush is moved back and forth on its mounting slots to adjust it to the conveyor belt. The brush The chain tension is adjusted by moving the motor should be as close to the belt as possible without touching.
  • Page 13: Conveyor Belt Installation/Tension

    is shown in Fig. 9. If the rotation in not correct, the Hydraulic Schematic (pg. 15). hydraulic lines are installed backwards. See the MAINTENANCE CONVEYOR BELT INSTALLATION/TENSION (Fig. 10 & 11) CONVEYOR BELT LACING To install a new conveyor belt follow the instructions below.
  • Page 14: Electric Schematic

    ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC Red or Black BATTERY Fuse 3 Amp. White ELECTRIC SOLENOID SWITCH HYD. VALVE...
  • Page 15: Hydraulic Schematic

    HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC FILTER WHEEL MOTOR WHEEL MOTOR LOWER DRIVE SPROCKET MOTOR BRUSH MOTOR Suction HYDRAULIC TANK...
  • Page 16: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING CONDITION CAUSE CORRECTION • • Conveyor Belt and Brush Not Bad Electrical Connections Plug in the wiring harness and make sure wires are making Turning contact. • • Blown harness fuse. Replace fuse • • Hydraulic lines installed backwards Standing on the left hand side (Chain Guard side) the con- veyor belt should rotate clock-...
  • Page 17 TROUBLE SHOOTING (Cont.) CONDITION CAUSE CORRECTION • Tire(s) Skidding (cont.) Check the pressure setting on the relief valve (1100 PSI) it may be too low. Reset, if nec- essary. • • Uneven tire pressure Check tire pressure. All tires should be 20 PSI. •...
  • Page 18: Storage

    SEASONAL STORAGE 1. Thoroughly clean the topdresser, especially 6. Lubricate all grease fittings and bearings. Wipe inside the hopper. The hopper and conveyor belt off excess lubricant. Refer to page 10. area should be free of any remaining sand particles. 7.
  • Page 19: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTENANCE RECORD...
  • Page 20: Warranty

    January 1, 1997, to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the period of time listed below*. Where a warrantable condition exists, Toro will repair the Product at no cost to you including diagnosis, labor, parts, and transportation. This warranty begins on the date the Product is delivered to the original retail purchaser.

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