Toro 31230 Operator's Manual

Toro 31230 Operator's Manual

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Original Instructions (EN)
Groundsmaster
Drive Multi-Purpose Machine
Model No. 31230—Serial No. 316000001 and Up
Form No. 3400-574 Rev A
®
360 2-Wheel
*3400-574* A

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3400-574 Rev A Groundsmaster ® 360 2-Wheel Drive Multi-Purpose Machine Model No. 31230—Serial No. 316000001 and Up *3400-574* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product safety and operation training materials, accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Electrical System Maintenance ........34 Electrical System Safety...........34 Checking the Fuses..........34 Safety ................4 Servicing the Battery..........35 General Safety............4 Storing the Battery..........35 Vibration Level ............4 Drive System Maintenance .........36 Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 4 Checking the Tire Pressure ........36 Setup ................
  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety Improperly using or maintaining this machine can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the This machine has been designed in accordance with EN ISO safety-alert symbol, which means Caution, Warning, or 5395:2013 and ANSI B71.4-2012.
  • Page 5 117-3270 1. Warning—do not touch the hot surface. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, hand; entanglement hazard, belt—stay away from moving parts, keep all guards and shields in place. 117-3272 117-2718 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual; failure to us the rollover-protection system (ROPS) can result in injury in the event of a rollover;...
  • Page 6 117-3273 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 6. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine. 2. Warning—do not operate this machine unless you are trained. 7. Warning—lock the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the ignition key before leaving the machine. 3.
  • Page 7 106-9290 1. Inputs 5. In seat 9. Outputs 13. Start 2. Not active 14. Power 6. Power Takeoff (PTO) 10. Power Takeoff (PTO) 3. High-temperature 7. Parking brake off 11. Start shutdown 4. High-temperature warning 8. Neutral 12. Energize to run (ETR) 120-0259 107-2916 1.
  • Page 8 115-0492 1. Height of cut (mm) Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1. Explosion hazard 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. 7. Wear eye protection; 2. No fire, open flame, or smoking explosive gases can cause blindness and other...
  • Page 9: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. – No parts required Adjust the ROPS. – No parts required Check the tire pressure. Check the hydraulic fluid, engine oil, – No parts required and coolant levels.
  • Page 10: Checking The Fluid Levels

    Product Overview Controls Checking the Tire Pressure Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine. No Parts Required Traction Pedal Procedure The traction pedal (Figure 4) controls the forward and reverse operation. Press the top of the pedal to move forward and The tires are over-inflated for shipping.
  • Page 11 Tilt Steering Pedal Hour Meter To tilt the steering wheel toward you, press the foot pedal The hour meter (Figure 5) records the number of hours that down, pull the steering tower toward you to the most the engine has operated. It operates when the key switch is comfortable position, and release the pedal (Figure in the R...
  • Page 12: Specifications

    A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories.
  • Page 13: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Fuel Safety Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER Recommended Fuel In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable Use only clean, fresh diesel fuel or biodiesel fuels with low and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel (<500 ppm) or ultra low (<15 ppm) sulfur content. The can burn you and others and can damage property.
  • Page 14: Positioning The Standard Seat

    Figure 7 1. Fuel gauge 2. Fuel-tank cap Figure 8 Important: Do not open the fuel tank when parked on a hill. The fuel could spill out. 1. Backrest knob 3. Lumbar-support-adjustment knob 4. Add fuel to the fuel tank until the level is even with 2.
  • Page 15: Positioning The Deluxe Seat

    Note: To avoid damaging the compressor during the weight To adjust the back of the seat, turn the knob, located under the right-side armrest, in either direction to provide the best adjustment, do not operate the compressor longer than 1 comfort (Figure minute.
  • Page 16: Raising And Lowering The Seat

    Changing the Backrest Position You can adjust the back of the seat to provide a more comfortable ride. Position the back of the seat where it is most comfortable. Pull up the locking lever to release the backrest catch (Figure 10).
  • Page 17: Think Safety First

    Operating the engine at excessive speed may increase the potential for personal injury. • Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle. • Use accessories and attachments approved by The Toro® Company only. Figure 13 Rollover Protection System (ROPS) 1. Warning— wear eye 2.
  • Page 18: Starting And Shutting Off The Engine

    Important: Ensure that the seat is secured with WARNING the seat latch. To avoid injury or death from rollover, keep the roll 4. To raise the roll bar, remove the hairpin cotter pins and bar in the raised locked position and use the seat remove the 2 pins (Figure 14).
  • Page 19: Driving The Machine

    Important: Make sure to remove the key, as the fuel pump or accessories may run and cause the battery to lose charge. Driving the Machine The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the F position for best performance.
  • Page 20: Understanding The Diagnostic Light

    Use the Diagnostic ACE display tool and overlay to help verify and correct electrical functions of the machine. Contact your Toro Distributor for assistance.
  • Page 21: Checking The Interlock Switches

    Checking the Interlock Switches The interlock switches prevent the engine from cranking or starting unless the traction pedal is in the N position EUTRAL and the PTO is disengaged. The engine should stop when you press the traction pedal when you are not sitting on the seat or if the parking brake is engaged.
  • Page 22: Operating The Mower

    LEDs are not correctly illuminated, this indicates an ECM problem. If this occurs, contact your Toro Distributor for assistance. Important: Do not leave the Diagnostic ACE display connected to the machine. It is not designed to withstand the environment of the everyday use of the machine.
  • Page 23: Operating Tips

    Sharpen the blades as necessary. If a blade is ground speed as the load on the cutting blades increases; and damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro increase the ground speed as the load on the blades decreases.
  • Page 24: Hauling The Machine

    2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. You must open both bypass valves. 3. Lift the seat. 4. Rotate each by-pass valve counterclockwise 1 turn (Figure 22). Note: This allows hydraulic fluid to bypass the pump, enabling the wheels to turn. Important: Do not rotate the bypass valves more than 1 turn.
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    • Inspect the engine-valve clearance. Refer to your engine operator's manual. • Drain and clean the fuel tank. Every 2 years Important: Refer to your engine operator's manual for additional maintenance procedures. A detailed Service Manual is also available for purchase from your Authorized Toro Distributor.
  • Page 26: Daily Maintenance Checklist

    Daily Maintenance Checklist Duplicate this page for routine use. Maintenance Check Item For the week of Check the Safety-Interlock Operation Check the Parking-Brake Operation Check the Fuel Level Check the Hydraulic-Fluid Level Check the Engine-Oil Level Check the Cooling-System- Fluid Level Check the Drain Water/Fuel Separator Check the...
  • Page 27: Premaintenance Procedures

    2. Disengage the drives. assistance, contact an Authorized Toro Distributor. 3. Lower the cutting units. • Use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. 4. Move the traction pedal to the N position. Replacement parts and accessories made by other...
  • Page 28: Using The Hood-Prop Rod

    Lubrication 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Greasing the Bearings and 5. Turn the ignition key to the S position and remove Bushings 6. Allow machine components to cool before performing Service Interval: Every 50 hours Grease the bearing and maintenance.
  • Page 29 Figure 25 Note: The bearing life can be negatively affected by improper washing procedures. Do not wash the machine when it is still hot and avoid directing high-pressure or high volume spray at the bearings or seals.
  • Page 30: Engine Maintenance

    Preferred oil: SAE 15W-40 (above 0°F) • Alternate oil: SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 (all temperatures) Toro Premium Engine Oil is available from your distributor in either 15W-40 or 10W-30 viscosity. 1. Perform the pre-maintenance procedure; refer to Preparing the Machine for Maintenance (page 27).
  • Page 31: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter

    Figure 28 1. Oil-drain plug 2. Oil filter Figure 27 1. Dipstick 2. Oil-fill cap 2. When the oil stops, install the drain plug. 3. Remove the oil filter (Figure 28). 4. Remove dipstick and check the oil level on dipstick. The oil level should be up to the F mark.
  • Page 32: Adjusting The Throttle

    Adjusting the Throttle Fuel System 1. Move the throttle lever forward to the front of the Maintenance control panel slot and then move it back approximately 3 mm (1/8 inch) into the F idle position. Note: Refer to Filling the Fuel Tank (page 13) for proper fuel recommendations.
  • Page 33: Bleeding The Fuel System

    Bleeding Air from the Fuel 7. Tighten the drain plug on the bottom of the filter canister. Injectors Bleeding the Fuel System Note: Use this procedure only if the fuel system has been purged of air through normal priming procedures and the engine does not start;...
  • Page 34: Checking The Fuel Lines And Connections

    Checking the Fuel Lines and Electrical System Connections Maintenance Service Interval: Every 400 hours Electrical System Safety Inspect the fuel lines for deterioration, damage, chaffing, or loose connections. • Disconnect the battery before repairing the machine. Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive last.
  • Page 35: Servicing The Battery

    Storing the Battery If you store the machine for more than 30 days, remove the battery and charge it fully. Either store it on a shelf or on the machine. Leave the cables disconnected if you store it on the machine. Store the battery in a cool atmosphere to avoid quick deterioration of the charge in the battery.
  • Page 36: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System Cooling System Maintenance Maintenance Checking the Tire Pressure Cooling System Safety Service Interval: Every 50 hours CAUTION Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires. The Discharge of hot, pressurized coolant or touching a correct air pressure is 172 kPa (25 psi) in the rear tires and hot radiator and surrounding parts can cause severe 103 kPa (15 psi) in the front tires.
  • Page 37: Brake Maintenance

    Brake Maintenance 3. Install the expansion-tank cap. Adjusting the Service Brakes Adjust the service brakes when there is more than 25 mm (1 inch) of free travel of the brake pedal, or when the brakes do not work effectively. Free travel is the distance that the brake pedal moves before you feel braking resistance.
  • Page 38: Belt Maintenance

    Belt Maintenance 1. Loosen the 2 screws securing the parking-brake pawl to the frame (Figure 36). Checking the Alternator Belt Service Interval: Every 100 hours After the first 10 hours 1. Open the hood and secure the prop rod. 2. Check the tension of the alternator belt by pressing (Figure 37) midway between the alternator and the crankshaft pulleys with 10 kg (22 lb) of force.
  • Page 39: Controls System Maintenance

    Controls System stops rotating or you detect minimal rotation in reverse. Maintenance • If the left, rear tire is rotating forward, shorten the rod by slowly turning the rod clockwise (as viewed from the front) until the left, rear tire stops rotating. Adjusting the Traction Drive 4.
  • Page 40: Hydraulic System Maintenance

    Toro Distributor for part numbers.) Note: You can adjust the reverse stop bolt if the maximum Alternate fluids: If the Toro fluid is not available, you can use reverse speed is too slow. For a faster reverse speed, adjust Mobil®...
  • Page 41: Changing The Hydraulic Fluid And Filter

    4. Remove the hydraulic-fill cap (Figure 40) from the filler neck. 5. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag (Figure 40). 6. Screw the dipstick all the way into the filler neck; then remove it and check level of fluid (Figure 40).
  • Page 42: Storage

    B. Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with a wire brush and baking-soda solution. C. Coat the cable terminals and battery posts with Grafo 112X skin-over grease (Toro Part No. 505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. D. Slowly charge the battery for 24 hours every 60...
  • Page 43 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 44 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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