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Toro Greensmaster TriFlex 3420 Operator's Manual

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Original Instructions (EN)
Greensmaster
Traction Unit
Model No. 04540—Serial No. 316000001 and Up
Form No. 3404-731 Rev C
®
3420 TriFlex
®
*3404-731* C

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3404-731 Rev C Greensmaster ® 3420 TriFlex ® Traction Unit Model No. 04540—Serial No. 316000001 and Up *3404-731* C Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Inspecting the Fuel Lines and Safety ............... 4 Connections..........41 Safe Operating Practices........4 Electrical System Maintenance ......41 Toro Mower Safety..........5 Servicing the Battery......... 41 Sound Power Level ..........6 Locating the Fuses ........... 42 Sound Pressure Level ........6 Drive System Maintenance ........

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety • Operate the machine only in good light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. • Be sure all drives are in neutral and the parking This machine has been designed in accordance brake is engaged before the starting engine. Start with EN ISO 5395:2013 and ANSI B71.4-2012 and the engine only from the operator's position.

  • Page 5: Toro Mower Safety

    The following list contains safety information specific and wait for the reels to stop spinning. Set the to Toro products or other safety information that you parking brake. Stop the engine and remove the must know that is not included in the ANSI standards.

  • Page 6: Sound Power Level

    Keep everyone away. • Do not overspeed the engine by changing governor settings. To ensure safety and accuracy, have an Authorized Toro Distributor check the maximum engine speed with a tachometer.. • The engine must be shut off before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase.

  • Page 7: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional 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 missing. decal115-8155 115-8155 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual, do not prime or use starting fluid.
  • Page 8 decal119-9346 119-9346 1. Press pedal to unlock 2. Read the Operator's Manual for more information. decal132-9548 132-9548 7. Reel speed—neutral 1. Engine speed—fast 2. Engine speed—slow 8. Reel—transport 3. Lower and engage the reels 9. Reel—mow 4. Raise and disengage the reels 10.
  • Page 9 decal132-9550 132-9550 1. Choke 3. Engine—run 2. Engine—start 4. Engine—stop decalbatterysymbols Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the battery. 2. No fire, open flame, or 7.
  • Page 10 decal131-2046 131-2046 1. Double lights 3. Off 2. Single light decal133-2339 133-2339 Replaces Decal 133-2338 for CE Machines 1. Warning—read the 4. Tipping hazard—do not Operator’s Manual, do drive across or down not operate this machine slopes greater than 15 unless you are trained.
  • Page 11 decal119-9345 119-9345...

  • Page 12: Setup

    No parts required Install the optional oil cooler. Grass-basket hook Install the grass-basket hooks. Flange bolts Gauge bar Cutting unit (obtain from your authorized Toro Distributor) Install the cutting units and counter Grass basket weights. Electric-reel-motor counterweight Capscrew – No parts required Set the clip-control feature.

  • Page 13: Installing The Roll Bar

    Description Qty. Pre-delivery Inspection Sheet Noise rating certificate Save for future reference Certificate of compliance Ignition keys Start the engine. Installing the Roll Bar Installing the Seat Parts needed for this procedure: Parts needed for this procedure: Roll bar Seat Bolt (1/2 x 3-3/4 inches) Seat wire harness Flange-nut (1/2 inch)

  • Page 14: Installing The Steering Wheel

    g014687 Figure 5 1. Steering wheel 3. Locknut 2. Washer 4. Cap Slide the washer onto the steering shaft (Figure g193736 Figure 4 Secure the steering wheel to the shaft with a 1. Seat 3. Washer locknut and tighten it to 27 to 35 N∙m (20 to 26 2.
  • Page 15 Important: Do not add electrolyte while the WARNING battery is in the machine. You could spill it, Charging the battery produces gasses causing corrosion. that can explode. Clean the top of the battery and remove the vent caps (Figure Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from the battery.

  • Page 16: Installing The Oil Cooler (Optional)

    WARNING Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the tractor and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, Installing the Grass-Basket resulting in personal injury. Hooks • Always disconnect the negative (black) battery cable before disconnecting the positive (red) cable.

  • Page 17: Installing The Cutting Units

    Parts needed for this procedure: Parts needed for this procedure: Gauge bar Weight kit – Part No. 119-7129 (purchase separately) Cutting unit (obtain from your authorized Toro Distributor) Procedure Grass basket This unit complies with the ANSI B71.4-2012 and EN...

  • Page 18: Reducing The Tire Pressure

    Product Overview Reducing the Tire Pressure No Parts Required Procedure The tires are over-inflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Reduce the pressure to the proper levels before starting the machine. Refer to Checking the Tire Pressure (page 29). Burnishing the Brakes g014674 Figure 10 No Parts Required...
  • Page 19 g033079 Figure 13 g014603 1. Ignition switch 4. Throttle lever Figure 11 2. Functional-control lever 5. InfoCenter 1. Traction pedal—forward 3. Steering arm locking pedal 3. Raise/Lower mow control 2. Traction pedal—reverse Raise/Lower Mow Control Moving the control (Figure 13) forward during operation lowers the cutting units and starts the reels.

  • Page 20: Infocenter Control

    it down to its released position. Lock the parking brake any time you leave the machine. g017973 Figure 15 1. Battery voltage 6. Hour meter g027863 2. Power light/fault indicator 7. Right button Figure 14 3. Engine speed (rpm)/status 8. Down button 1.
  • Page 21 Menu Item Description faults. Refer to the Service Manual or your Authorized Controls the units used on the NITS Toro Distributor for more InfoCenter. The menu choices information on the F AULTS are English or Metric. menu and the information contained there.
  • Page 22 Adjusting the Tap-off Delay Turns the automatic ONTROL clip-control feature O The tap-off delay feature allows the cutting units to Set the number of blades in LADE OUNT turn off without raising, and you may adjust it with each reel. This setting is only the InfoCenter.
  • Page 23 Faults menu that you or your distributor can use to identify the problem. For a list of faults, refer to your authorized Toro distributor or the Service Manual. g014626...

  • Page 24: Specifications

    Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to supply by separating the cutting unit power disconnect www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments connectors (Figure 20), located at the base of the and accessories.

  • Page 25: Operation

    Carefully read all safety instructions and symbols in • Alternate oil: SAE 15W–40 the safety section. Knowing this information could Toro Premium Engine oil is available from your help you or bystanders avoid injury. distributor in the 10W–30 viscosity. See the parts catalog for part numbers.

  • Page 26: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Filling the Fuel Tank Use only clean, fresh diesel fuel or biodiesel fuels with low (<500 ppm) or ultra low (<15 ppm) sulfur content. The minimum cetane rating should be 40. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 180 days to ensure fuel freshness.

  • Page 27: Using Biodiesel Fuel

    Clean around the fuel-tank cap (Figure 24). DANGER In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property. • Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, when the engine is cold.

  • Page 28: Checking The Cooling System

    Toro distributor for part numbers.) • Use a rag when opening the radiator cap, Alternate fluids: If the Toro fluid is not available, other and open the cap slowly to allow steam to fluids may be used provided they meet all the following escape.

  • Page 29: Checking The Reel-To-Bedknife Contact

    Toro. reservoir. Do not overfill. This fluid is compatible with the elastomers used in Toro hydraulic systems and is suitable for a Important: To prevent system wide-range of temperature conditions. This fluid is...

  • Page 30: Checking The Torque Of The Wheel Nuts

    Checking the Torque of the glow-plug-indicator light goes off (approximately 6 seconds). Wheel Nuts Turn the ignition key to the S position. TART Important: To prevent overheating of the WARNING starter motor, do not engage the starter Failure to maintain proper torque of the wheel longer than 10 seconds.

  • Page 31: Installing And Removing The Cutting Units

    • The traction pedal is in the N position. The engine should shut off, which means that EUTRAL the interlock system is operating correctly. • The functional-control lever is in the N EUTRAL Correct the problem if it is not operating properly. position.
  • Page 32 Installing the Electrical Counterweights Secure the electrical counterweight to the existing counterweight with 2 capscrews as shown in Figure g014602 Figure 30 1. Footrest—closed 2. Footrest—open Position the cutting unit under the center suspension arm. With the latches on the suspension-arm bar pointing up (i.e., open) (Figure 31), push the...
  • Page 33 Removing the Cutting Units Close the latches down and around the cutting-unit bar and lock them in place (Figure Disconnect the cutting unit power disconnect 31). couplers; refer to Cutting Unit Power Disconnect Note: Connectors (page 24). You will hear a click and feel when the latches are properly locked in place.

  • Page 34: Mowing

    Note: This holds compaction to a minimum and leaves a neat, attractive pattern on the greens. Actuate the raise/lower mow lever as the front edges of the grass baskets cross the outer edge of the green. Note: This procedure drops the cutting units to the turf and starts the reels.

  • Page 35: Inspecting And Cleaning After Mowing

    weight to the machine, thereby increasing the load on the engine, hydraulic system, brakes, etc. Inspecting and Cleaning after Mowing After mowing, thoroughly wash the machine with a garden hose without a nozzle so that excessive water pressure will not contaminate and damage the seals and bearings.

  • Page 36: Towing The Machine

    Towing the Machine In case of an emergency, you can tow the machine less than 0.4 km (1/4 mile); however, Toro does not recommend this as standard procedure. Important: Do not tow the machine faster than 3 to 5 km/h (2 to 3 mph) because it may damage the drive system.

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Note: Download a free copy of the electrical or hydraulic schematic by visiting www.Toro.com and searching for your machine from the Manuals link on the home page.

  • Page 38: Daily Maintenance Checklist

    Daily Maintenance Checklist Duplicate this page for routine use. Maintenance Check Item For the week of: Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. Sun. Check the safety interlock operation. Check the instrument operation Check the leak detector alarm. Check the brake operation. Check the fuel level.

  • Page 39: Engine Maintenance

    Engine Maintenance Important: Do not clean the used element. Inspect the new filter for shipping damage; do not use a damaged element. Servicing the Air Cleaner Carefully pull the old filter out of the filter body and discard it. Service Interval: Every 200 hours Insert the new filter by applying pressure •...

  • Page 40: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System Maintenance Replacing the Fuel Filter/Water Separator Service Interval: Every 800 hours Close the fuel-shutoff valve (Figure 41) below the fuel tank. g014615 Figure 40 1. Oil filter Screw the filter on by hand until the gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn further.

  • Page 41: Inspecting The Fuel Lines And Connections

    Electrical System Maintenance Servicing the Battery Properly maintain the battery electrolyte and keep the top of the battery clean. Store the machine in a cool place to prevent the battery from running down. Check the electrolyte level every 50 operating hours or, if machine is in storage, every 30 days.

  • Page 42: Locating The Fuses

    Drive System WARNING Maintenance CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts, terminals, and related Adjusting the Transmission accessories contain lead and lead for Neutral compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause If the machine creeps when the traction-control pedal cancer and reproductive harm.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Transport Speed

    Reducing the Transport Speed or refer to the Service Manual for further adjustment. Press down on the traction pedal and loosen the locknut securing the pedal stop to the floor plate. Adjusting the Transport Loosen the pedal stop until you obtain the desired transport speed.

  • Page 44: Cooling System Maintenance

    Cooling System Clean the screen and install it. Maintenance Checking the Engine-Coolant Level Cooling System Safety The capacity of the cooling system is approximately • Swallowing engine coolant can cause 4.6 L (4.9 US qt). poisoning; keep out of reach from children and pets.

  • Page 45: Brake Maintenance

    Brake Maintenance Belt Maintenance Adjusting the Brakes Adjusting the Alternator Belt If the brake fails to hold the machine while parked, you can adjust the brakes using the bulkhead fitting Service Interval: After the first 8 hours near the brake drum; contact your Authorized Service Distributor or refer to the Service Manual for more Ensure that the belt is properly tensioned to ensure information.

  • Page 46: Hydraulic System Maintenance

    Every 800 hours hydraulic connections and fittings are tight before applying pressure to the hydraulic If the oil becomes contaminated, have your Toro system. distributor flush the system. Contaminated oil looks milky or black when compared to clean oil.

  • Page 47: Cutting Unit Maintenance

    Cutting Unit Maintenance position to return the machine to forward cutting operation. Wash all lapping compound off of the cutting Backlapping the Reels units. Adjust cutting unit reel to bedknife as needed. Move the cutting unit reel speed control to the desired mowing position. WARNING Contact with the reels or other moving parts can result in personal injury.

  • Page 48: Storage

    Storage If you wish to store the machine for a long period of time, the following steps should be performed prior to storage: Remove accumulations of dirt and old grass clippings. Sharpen the blades and bedknives, if necessary; refer to the Cutting Unit Operator's Manual.
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  • Page 51 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.
  • Page 52 Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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