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FORM NO. 3319-611
Wheel Horse
265H
Lawn and Garden
Tractor
Model No. 72046 – 8900001 & Up
Operator's Manual
IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your
safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and
their proper use before you operate the product.

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  • Page 1 Wheel Horse 265H Lawn and Garden Tractor Model No. 72046 – 8900001 & Up Operator’s Manual IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and their proper use before you operate the product.
  • Page 2 Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product correctly. Reading this All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied manual will help you and others avoid personal injury with your new product, so feel free to contact your and damage to the product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Page Headlights ......Safety ....... . . Positioning the Tilt Steering Wheel .

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety General Operation This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–1990 specifications of the American National Standards Read, understand, and follow all instructions in Institute, in effect at the time of production. the operator’s manual and on the machine before However, improper use or maintenance by the starting.
  • Page 5 Safety 13. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or 14. Do not operate the machine while under the direction. influence of alcohol or drugs. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope.
  • Page 6 Safety Children Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert condition. to the presence of children. Children are often Never tamper with safety devices. Check safety attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.

  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–4.

  • Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals

    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. ON STEERING TOWER ON FRAME STEP (Part No. 93–0302) (Part No.

  • Page 10: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Stabilizer/Conditioner Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded to the gas. Using a stabilizer/conditioner in the regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is machine: not available.

  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation Think Safety First Parking Brake Please carefully read all the safety instructions on Always set the parking brake when you stop the pages 2–7. Knowing this information could help you, machine or leave it unattended. your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. While the ignition key is in the “RUN”...

  • Page 12: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Operation Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting Sit down on the seat. Set the parking brake; refer to Setting the Parking Brake, page 9. 1207 1206 Figure 3 Figure 4 Note: The engine will not start unless you set the parking brake or fully depress the 1.

  • Page 13: Operating The Power Take Off (Pto)

    Operation Operating the The Safety Interlock System Power Take Off (PTO) Understanding the Safety Interlock System The power take off (PTO) engages and disengages power to the electric clutch. The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the engine from starting unless: While the ignition key is in “RUN”...

  • Page 14: Indicator Control Module

    Operation Indicator Control Module The oil light will be “ON” when the key is in the The indicator control module (optional on some “RUN” or “LIGHTS” positions and the engine is not models) (Fig. 7) lights when the parking brake or running, after the engine is started the light should go power take off (PTO), is actuated and when there is a out.

  • Page 15: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Operation Driving Forward or Backward Stopping the Machine The throttle control regulates the engine speed as To stop the machine, release the traction control measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the pedal, disengage the power take off (PTO), and turn throttle control in the “FAST”...

  • Page 16: Attachment Lift Lever

    Operation Attachment Lift Lever Adjusting Dial-A-Height The attachment lift lever (Fig. 9) is used to raise and The Dial-A-Height control (Fig. 9) is used to limit the lower various attachments. downward travel of the attachment. The Dial-A-Height knob is rotated to change the location of this stop, up or down.

  • Page 17: Positioning The Seat

    Operation Positioning the Seat Positioning the Tilt Steering Wheel The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the The steering wheel has four tilt locations. Position the machine and are most comfortable. steering wheel where you have the best control of the machine and are most comfortable.

  • Page 18: Pushing The Machine By Hand

    Operation Using the Cruise Control Pushing the Machine by Hand The cruise control is optional on some models. A 3 IMPORTANT: Always push the machine by position: Set-Lock (spring loaded), On and hand. Never tow the machine because Off-Unlock dash switch (Fig. 13) controls the transaxle damage may occur.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Spring Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Service Oil—check level Oil—change* Initial Oil Filter—change* (200 hours, every other oil change or yearly) Safety System—check Brake—check Chassis—grease* Foam Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace* Spark Plug(s)—check Belts—check for wear/cracks Gasoline—drain Engine—clean outside...

  • Page 20: Air Cleaner

    Maintenance Air Cleaner Carefully slide the foam element off the paper element (Fig. 15). Service Interval/Specification Unscrew the cover nut and remove the cover and paper element (Fig. 15). Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 operating hours, or yearly, whichever occurs first. Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 21 Maintenance Installing the Foam and Paper Elements Paper Element A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to IMPORTANT: To prevent engine damage, remove dust and dirt (Fig. 17). always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner assembly B.

  • Page 22: Engine Oil

    Maintenance Engine Oil Checking Oil Level Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Service Interval/Specification the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the Change oil: engine. Remove the key. After the first 5 operating hours.
  • Page 23 Maintenance Changing/Draining Oil Change Oil Filter Service Interval/Specification Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This warms the oil so it drains better. Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly oil change.

  • Page 24: Spark Plug

    Maintenance Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 22). Service Interval/Specification If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is hours.

  • Page 25: Greasing And Lubrication

    Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Lubricate the traction control pedal on hydrostatic models (or brake and clutch pedals on gear drive models) where they pivot on Service Interval/Specification mounting shaft (Fig. 24). Grease the machine after every 50 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first.

  • Page 26: Brake

    Maintenance Brake Adjusting the Brake The brake lever is on top of the transaxle (Fig. 26). If Always set the parking brake when you stop the the parking brake does not hold securely, an machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake adjustment is required.

  • Page 27: Fuel Tank

    Maintenance Fuel Tank Pull the fuel line off the filter (Fig. 28). Open fuel shut-off valve and allow gasoline to drain into an approved gas can. Draining The Fuel Tank Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty.

  • Page 28: Fuel Filter

    Maintenance Fuel Filter Service Interval/Specification Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. Replacing the Fuel Filter Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel line. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF”...

  • Page 29: Front Wheel Toe-In

    Maintenance Front Wheel Toe-In Adjusting Toe-In Check the toe-in before you adjust it; refer to Service Interval/Specification Measuring Toe-In, Page 27. Maintain toe-in of the front wheels as specified. If Remove ball joint from one steering lever uneven tire wear, lawn scuffing or hard steering (Fig.

  • Page 30: Transaxle Fluid

    Maintenance Transaxle Fluid Fuse Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Check fluid level after every 100 hours or yearly The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires whichever comes first. Always keep the fluid level at no maintenance, however, if a fuse blows check the full level when the transaxle is cold.

  • Page 31: Headlights

    Maintenance Headlights Installing the Bulb The bulb has metal pins on the side of its base. Specification: Bulb # 1156 Automotive Type Align the pins with the slots in the bulb holder and insert the base into the holder (Fig. 34). Removing the Bulb Push and rotate the bulb clockwise until it stops.

  • Page 32: Battery

    Maintenance Battery Service Interval/Specification Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 5 hours. Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a paper towel to clean the battery case. If the battery terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of four parts water and one part baking soda.
  • Page 33 Maintenance Adding Water to the Battery The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just before you operate the machine. This lets the water mix thoroughly with the electrolyte solution. Clean the top of the battery with a paper towel. Lift off the filler caps (Fig.
  • Page 34 Maintenance Charging the Battery IMPORTANT: Always keep the battery fully charged (1.260 specific gravity). This is especially important to prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 32 F (0 C). Remove the battery from the chassis; refer to Removing the Battery, page 30. Check the electrolyte level;...

  • Page 35: Wiring Diagram

    Maintenance Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 36: Cleaning And Storage

    Maintenance Cleaning and Storage 40 F (4 C). If the temperatures will be above 40 F (4 C), check the water level in the battery and charge it every 30 days. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to Check the tire pressure;...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank Blade control (PTO) is Move blade control (PTO) to ENGAGED. DISENGAGED. Parking brake is not on. Set parking brake. Operator is not seated. Sit on the seat. Battery is dead. Charge the battery.
  • Page 38 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine overheats. Engine load is excessive. Reduce ground speed. Oil level in crankcase is low. Add oil to crankcase. Cooling fins and air passages Remove obstruction from under engine blower housing cooling fins and air passages. are plugged.
  • Page 40 Rev. 7/21/97...

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