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- Page 1 Form No. 3326-495 Rev B 16-38XL Wheel Horse Lawn Tractor Model No. 71223—Serial No. 220010001 and Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Safe Operating Practices ....The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee ... . . -
Page 3: Introduction
Obey all safety additional information, contact an Authorized Service messages that follow this symbol to avoid all possible Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and injury or death. serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. - Page 4 – Never remove the gas cap or add fuel when the Follow Toro’s recommendations for wheel weight or engine is running. Allow the engine to cool before counterweights to improve stability.
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Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety
Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained. Toro Riding Mower Safety The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the ANSI standards. -
Page 7: Slope Chart
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Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals
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. 55-4300 68-3650 68-3660 92-2462 79-3140 93-1122 92-2461... - Page 10 93-6679 1. Engine 99-2985 99-6094 99-5339...
- Page 11 104-4163 1. Explosion hazard 4. Wear eye protection 2. No fire, open flames, or 5. Read the Operator’s smoking. Manual. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical 6. Keep bystanders a safe burn hazard distance from the battery. 99-8139 104-4164 1. Contains lead; do not 4.
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Page 12: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Using Stabilizer/Conditioner Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the tractor to provide the Recommended Gasoline following benefits: It keeps gasoline fresh during storage for up to 90 days. Use unleaded regular gasoline suitable for automotive use For longer storage, drain the fuel tank. (85 pump octane minimum). -
Page 13: Operation
Operation Using the Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the tractor or leave it unattended. Controls Setting the Parking Brake Become familiar with all of the controls (Fig. 2) before you start the engine and operate the tractor. 1. -
Page 14: Positioning The Seat
Positioning the Seat Disengaging the Blades 1. Depress the clutch/brake pedal to stop the tractor. The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the tractor and are most 2. Shift the blade control (PTO) lever to Disengaged comfortable. -
Page 15: Stopping The Engine
4. Shift the blade control (PTO) lever to Disengaged Important If the engine does not start after 30 seconds (Fig. 8). of continuous cranking, turn the ignition key to Off and let the starter motor cool; refer to Troubleshooting on page 38. 7. -
Page 16: Testing The Safety Interlock System
4. Shift into reverse and complete your task. Danger 5. Disengage the blades (PTO) to activate the interlock. 6. Remove the KeyChoice key and put it in a safe place You could back over a child or bystander while the out of reach of children. -
Page 17: Driving The Tractor Forward Or Backward
Driving the Tractor Forward or Caution Backward Children or bystanders may be injured if they The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is in RPM (revolutions per minute). unattended. To go forward or backward, depress the clutch/brake pedal. -
Page 18: Operating Tips
2. Lift the grass deflector and slide the tabs on top of the Grass grows at different rates at different times of the discharge cover under the grass deflector retaining rod. season. To maintain the same cutting height, which is a Rotate the discharge cover down over the opening, and good practice, mow more often in early spring. -
Page 19: Maintenance
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval After first use Change the engine oil. Check the engine oil level. Clean the mower housing. Each use Check the safety system. Check the brakes. Every 5 hours Check the cutting blades. Check the spark plug. -
Page 20: Servicing The Engine Oil
Servicing the Engine Oil 8. Unscrew the oil dipstick and wipe the metal end clean (Fig. 15). Check the oil level daily or after every 8 hours. Change the oil after the first 5 operating hours and every 50 operating hours thereafter. Note: Change the oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. -
Page 21: Servicing The Air Cleaner
Changing the Oil Filter 4. Remove the ignition key. 5. Open the hood. Replace the oil filter every 100 hours or every other oil change. 6. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from getting into the engine and causing damage. Pull up on the air Note: Change the oil filter more frequently when operating cleaner cover handle and rotate it toward the engine conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. -
Page 22: Servicing The Spark Plug
7. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 19). Important Replace the foam element if it is torn or worn. Paper Element: 1. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove dust and dirt. 2. Carefully clean the rubber seal on the paper element to prevent debris from entering the engine. -
Page 23: Servicing The Brake
Servicing the Brake Greasing and Lubricating the Tractor The brake is on the right side of the rear axle, inside the rear tire (Fig. 21). If the brake does not hold securely or Grease the tractor after every 25 operating hours or once a stopping power is insufficient, an adjustment is required. -
Page 24: Checking The Tire Pressure
Checking the Tire Pressure Removing the Battery Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires at 20 psi Warning (138 kPa). Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 25 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first (Fig. - Page 25 3. If the electrolyte is low, add the required amount of Warning distilled water; refer to Adding Water to the Battery on page 25. Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the Danger tractor and cables causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury.
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Page 26: Draining The Fuel Tank
Charging the Battery Draining the Fuel Tank Warning Danger Charging the battery produces gasses that can In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely explode. flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and and can damage property. -
Page 27: Replacing The Fuel Filter
Replacing the Fuel Filter Servicing the Headlights Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours or Use a #1156, automotive-type bulb. yearly, whichever occurs first. Removing the Bulb The best time to replace the fuel filter (Fig. 27) is when the fuel tank is empty. -
Page 28: Servicing The Blade
Installing the Bulb Inspecting the Blades 1. The bulb has metal pins on the side of its base. Align 1. Remove the mower; refer to Removing the Mower on the pins with the slots in the bulb holder and insert the page 29. -
Page 29: Removing The Mower
Sharpening the Blades 9. Remove the height-of-cut lift assist spring from the retaining bolt (Fig. 35), using the spring tool provided 1. Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both ends of the with the tractor. The spring is between the frame and blade (Fig. - Page 30 12. Remove the rubber wiper and jam nut from the blade 18. Move the height-of-cut lever into the D notch. Hook the control (PTO) cable at the mounting bracket. Slide the lift assist spring onto the retaining bolt for storage cable from the bracket (Fig.
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Page 31: Installing The Mower
Installing the Mower 1. Park the tractor on a level surface. 2. Disengage the blades (PTO). 3. Shift the ground speed lever into Neutral. 4. Set the parking brake. 5. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 6. -
Page 32: Replacing The Blade Drive Belt
17. Engage the blade control (PTO) lever on the dash. Replacing the Blade Drive Belt Measure the distance between the hook ends of the idler spring (Fig. 43). Adjust the jam nuts until a 6 in. Removing the Blade Drive Belt (150 mm) dimension is obtained (Fig. -
Page 33: Leveling The Mower From Side-To-Side
Leveling the Mower from washer and hairpin cotter (Fig. 47). A front hole lowers the blade height and a rear hole raises its height. Repeat Side-to-Side this procedure on the opposite side of the mower. The mower blades must be level from side to side. Check the side-to-side level any time you install the mower or when you see an uneven cut on your lawn. - Page 34 9. Measure the length of the rod extending out of the front of the adjusting block on the sides of the chassis (Fig. 48). (16 mm) 5/8 in. 1805 m-1892 Figure 48 Figure 49 1. Adjusting block 3. Hairpin cotter and washer 2.
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Page 35: Washing The Underside Of The Mower
15. When the front-to-rear slope is correct, tighten the pivot 13. Turn off the water and remove the coupling from the plate mounting bolts (Fig. 50). washout fitting and hose. 16. When the front-to-rear blade slope is correct, recheck 14. Run the mower again for 1 to 3 minutes to remove the side-to-side level of the mower;... - Page 36 A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the tank. Follow the mixing instructions from the stabilizer manufacturer. (1 oz. per gallon). Do not use an alcohol based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol). Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline and used at all times.
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Page 37: Wiring Diagram
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Page 38: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 1. The blades (PTO) are 1. Shift the blade control (PTO) engaged. lever to Disengaged. 2. The parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. The battery is dead. 3. - Page 39 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The engine loses power. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Shift into lower gear to reduce ground speed. 2. The air cleaner is dirty. 2. Clean the air cleaner element. 3. The oil level in the crankcase is 3.
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Page 40: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee
If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.