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520xi Tractor
522xi Tractor
Model No. 73560 – 8900001 & UP
Model No. 73540 – 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.
Wheel Horse
FORM NO. 3319–215

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  • Page 1 FORM NO. 3319–215 Wheel Horse 520xi Tractor 522xi Tractor Model No. 73560 – 8900001 & UP Model No. 73540 – 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 Maintenance ......Safety ....... . . Service Interval Chart .
  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety General Operation This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–1996 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 DRIVE SHAFT COVER (Part No. 95–4263) ON DRIVE SHAFT TUNNEL ON BATTERY STRAP (Part No.
  • Page 10: Check Before Operating

    Check Before Operating Each time before operating your tractor, check the following: Fuel level Engine oil level Debris on the (3) air intake screens Debris in the engine area Debris on the rear transaxle cover m–3314 Figure 1 The safety interlock system 1.
  • Page 11: Closing The Hood

    Check Before Operating Closing the Hood Removing the Side Panels Lift up on the prop rod as you begin to lower the Park the machine on a level surface, disengage hood (Fig. 2). the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, lower the attachment lift, and turn the ignition Push the hood down until the latch closes.
  • Page 12: Adding Fuel

    Check Before Operating Adding Fuel Filling the Fuel Tank Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded lower the attachment lift, and turn the ignition regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is key to “STOP”...
  • Page 13: Check The Engine Oil Level

    Check Before Operating Check the Engine Oil Level Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, lower the attachment lift, and turn the ignition key to “STOP” to stop the engine. Remove the key.
  • Page 14: Check For Debris

    Check Before Operating Check for Debris IMPORTANT: Operating the engine with a POTENTIAL HAZARD blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling Rotating air intake screen and drive shaft fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed, will can cause injury. result in engine damage from overheating. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Fingers, hands or loose clothing can get...
  • Page 15: Check The Safety Interlock System

    Check Before Operating Check the Safety Interlock System Always check the interlock system before operating the tractor. Instructions for checking the interlock system are found in the Operation section, page 14. Check the Brake Refer to Checking and Adjusting the Brake, page 30. Figure 8 IMPORTANT: DO NOT HIGH–PRESSURE WASH.
  • Page 16: 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 or LIGHTS positions and the parking brake is engaged, the lights in the indicator module and gauges will be lit.
  • Page 17: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Operation Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting Sit down on the seat. Depress the brake pedal. Note: The engine will not start unless you fully depress the brake pedal. m–3257 Figure 11 Push the PTO (power take off) switch to OFF 1.
  • Page 18: 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) switch engages and disengages power to the electric clutch. The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the engine from starting unless: If the ignition key is in the RUN or LIGHTS position and the power take off (PTO) is engaged, the PTO You are sitting on the seat...
  • Page 19: Gauges And Indicator Lights

    Operation Battery Light Fully depress the brake pedal and set the parking brake. Push the PTO switch to OFF and start the The battery light will be ON when the key is in the engine. Pull the PTO switch to ON. Rise RUN or LIGHTS positions if the battery voltage is slightly from the seat;...
  • Page 20: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Operation Hour Meter Place your foot on the traction control pedal and slowly press on the top of the pedal to move The hour meter (Fig. 10) records the amount of time forward, or on the bottom of the pedal to move the engine has run.
  • Page 21: Stopping The Machine

    Operation Stopping the Machine Now turn the steering wheel in the other direction until the front wheels aim straight ahead. The steering wheel should now be To stop the machine, release the traction control centered. pedal, step on the brake pedal, disengage the power take off (PTO), lower the attachment lift, and turn the ignition key to STOP.
  • Page 22: Lowering Attachments

    Operation Positioning the Seat The seat can move forward and backward. Position POTENTIAL HAZARD the seat where you have the best control of the When the engine is off, attachments in the machine and are most comfortable. raised position can gradually lower. To adjust, move the lever sideways to unlock WHAT CAN HAPPEN seat (Fig.
  • Page 23: Positioning The Tilt Steering Wheel

    Operation Positioning the Tilt Steering Engaging the Cruise Control Wheel Begin driving the tractor; refer to Driving Forward or Backward, page 18. While holding your foot steady on the traction control pedal, The steering wheel has four tilt locations. Position the push the cruise control switch (Fig.
  • Page 24: The Smart Turn Steering Feature

    Operation The Smart Turn Steering Pushing the Machine by Hand Feature IMPORTANT: Always push the machine by hand. Never tow the machine because The Smart Turn Steering feature automatically transmission damage may occur. lowers the speed of the tractor in tight turns. The decrease in speed is directly proportional to the To Push the Machine sharpness of the turn, up to a maximum speed...
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Maintenance POTENTIAL HAZARD If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Accidental starting of the engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Remove the key from the ignition switch and pull the wire(s) off the spark plug(s) before you do any maintenance.
  • Page 26: Air Cleaner

    Maintenance Each Storage Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Chipped Surfaces—paint * More often in dusty, dirty conditions Air Cleaner Service Interval/Specification Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 operating hours, or yearly, whichever occurs first. Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 27 Maintenance Cleaning the Foam Element Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth. Put one or two ounces of oil on the element (Fig. 23).
  • Page 28: Engine Oil

    Maintenance Engine Oil Service Interval/Specification POTENTIAL HAZARD Components under the hood will be hot if Change oil: the tractor has been running. After the first 5 operating hours. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Touching hot components can cause burns. After every 100 operating hours. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SG or SH) Allow the tractor to cool before performing...
  • Page 29: Spark Plugs

    Maintenance Changing the Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Replace the oil filter every 200 hours of operation or Change the spark plugs after every 200 operating every other oil change. hours. Make sure the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark Drain the oil from the engine;...
  • Page 30: Greasing And Lubrication

    Maintenance Checking the Spark Plugs Greasing and Lubrication Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 28). Service Interval/Specification If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating Grease the machine after every 50 operating hours or on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is yearly, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 31 Maintenance Lubricate the three grease fittings (Fig. 31). Open the drive shaft maintenance cover on the tractor tunnel near the seat by unscrewing the two screws securing it, then raising it (Fig. 30). m–3419 Figure 31 m–3422 Replace and secure the cover. Figure 30 1.
  • Page 32: Tire Pressure

    Maintenance Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Check the brake before each use. If the parking brake does not hold securely, an adjustment is required. Checking the Brake Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the power take off (PTO), put the High–Low range lever in “N,”...
  • Page 33: Fuel Tank

    Maintenance Fuel Tank Turn the brake adjustment nut (Fig. 36) until there is 2” (51 mm) of free travel. Draining The Fuel Tank POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. WHAT CAN HAPPEN A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage.
  • Page 34: Fuel Filter

    Maintenance Fuel Filter Service Interval/Specification Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours. Replacing the Fuel Filter Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the m–2487 parking brake, lower the attachment lift, and turn Figure 38 the ignition key to “STOP” to stop the engine. Remove the key.
  • Page 35: Front Wheel Toe-In

    Maintenance Front Wheel Toe-In Service Interval/Specification Maintaining correct front wheel toe–in is important for safety, Smart Turn Steering operation, and ease of use. If uneven tire wear, lawn scuffing or hard steering develop, adjustment may be required. Check the toe-in after every 100 operating hours or once a year, whichever occurs first (Fig.
  • Page 36: Transaxle Fluid

    Maintenance Transaxle Fluid If the oil level is low, slowly pour only enough SAE 10W–30 detergent oil into the filler tube to raise the level to the FULL line. Service Interval/Specification IMPORTANT: Do not fill above the FULL Check the fluid level every 25 hours. Always keep line as fluid may overflow.
  • Page 37 Maintenance Changing the Transaxle Filter When the oil has drained completely, install the plug. Service Interval/Specification Note: Dispose of the used oil at a certified Replace the transaxle filter after the first 50 hours; recycling center. then every 200 hours. Drain the oil from the transaxle;...
  • Page 38: Fuses

    Maintenance Fuses Service Interval/Specification The electrical system is protected by fuses. They require no maintenance. However, if a fuse blows, check the component and circuit for a malfunction or short. To replace a fuse, pull it out of the fuse box (Fig.
  • Page 39: Taillights

    Maintenance Taillights Battery Service Interval/Specification Bulb: GE 194 Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 25 Removing the Bulb hours. Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a paper towel to clean the battery case. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the If the battery terminals are corroded, clean them with parking brake, lower the attachment lift, and turn a solution of four parts water and one part baking...
  • Page 40 Maintenance Removing the Battery Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, lower the attachment lift, and turn the ignition key to “STOP” to stop the engine. Remove the key. Remove the front grill by pulling it outward toward you.
  • Page 41 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 38. Check the electrolyte level;...
  • Page 42: Wiring Diagram

    Maintenance Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 43 Maintenance Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 44: Cleaning And Storage

    Maintenance Cleaning and Storage fully charged battery maintains its charge for about 50 days at temperatures lower than 40 F (4 C). If the temperatures will be above Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the 40 F (4 C), check the water level in the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to battery and charge it every 30 days.
  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION The starter does not crank. The PTO is ON. Move the PTO to OFF. The brake is not depressed or Set the parking brake. the parking brake is not on. The operator is not seated. Sit on the seat.
  • Page 46 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION The engine starts, but does not Misadjusted or faulty choke or Contact your Authorized keep running throttle control cable. Service Dealer. The fuel tank vent is Contact your Authorized restricted. Service Dealer. Dirt or water in the fuel Drain and flush the fuel system.
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION The engine overheats. The crankcase oil level is Fill or drain to the full mark. incorrect. The fuel mixture is lean. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer. Excessive loading. Reduce load; use lower ground speed. (3) air intake screens are Clean with every use.
  • Page 48 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION The tractor will not operate in The High–Low range lever is Move the High–Low range either direction. in “N.” lever to “L” or “H.” The transmission oil is low. Fill to the full “F” mark on the transmission oil dipstick when the transmission is cold.
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Abnormal vibration or noise. The engine mounting bolts Tighten the engine mounting are loose. bolts. The idler pulley or cutter deck Tighten the appropriate blade is loose. pulley. The transaxle cooling fan is Contact your Authorized loose.
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