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FORM NO. 3322–344
ProLine Mid-Size
16 HP
Traction Unit
Model No. 30182 – 990001 & 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 FORM NO. 3322–344 ProLine Mid-Size 16 HP Traction Unit Model No. 30182 – 990001 & 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...
  • Page 2 The warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. with your new product, so feel free to contact your...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Page Lower Control Bar Operation ..Safety ....... . . Stopping the Machine .

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety This machine meets or exceeds safety Note: This engine is NOT equipped with a requirements B71.4–1990 of the American spark arrester muffler. Use or operation National Standards Institute for commercial of this mower in the State of California mowers, in effect at time of production. However, on any forest-covered, brush-covered improper use or maintenance by the operator or or unimproved grass-covered land,...
  • Page 5 If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized TORO Before using, always visually inspect to see that Service Dealer. the blades, blade fasteners and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged.
  • Page 6 Perform only those maintenance instructions described in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized TORO Service Dealer. Before mower is cleaned, inspected, serviced, or adjusted, stop engine and disconnect wire from spark plug.

  • Page 7: Slope Chart

    Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–7.

  • 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.

  • Page 10: Gasoline And Oil

    Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for POTENTIAL HAZARD automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded When fueling, under certain circumstances, regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is a static charge can develop, igniting the not available.

  • Page 11: Stabilizer/Conditioner

    Gasoline and Oil Stabilizer/Conditioner Filling the Fuel Tank Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner Shut the engine off. to the gas. Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days cap. Use a funnel and add unleaded regular or less.

  • Page 12: Assembly

    Flanged bolt 3/8–16 x 1” (26 mm) Install upper handle to frame Flange nut 3/8–16 Rod fitting Clevis pin Install control rods Washer 1/4” Hairpin cotter Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro...

  • Page 13: Install Shift Lever

    Assembly Install Shift Lever Mount Control Panel and Fuel Tank Align mounting block with flats of shaft on top of transmission and slide onto shaft (Fig. 1). Slide control panel over shift lever and under bottom of rear frame (Fig. 2). Align fuel tank to Note: DO NOT remove rubber washer on top of rear frame (Fig.

  • Page 14: Install Upper Handle

    Assembly Install Upper Handle Connect Throttle Cable Align upper handle mounting holes with desired Route engine speed control cable under fuel tank mounting holes in rear frame (upper or lower set bracket and around right side of engine. of holes) in FAST position (Fig.

  • Page 15: Connect Wire Harness

    Assembly Connect Wire Harness Push the red regulator wires together (Fig. 7). Secure the black ground wire, with the small Route wire harness along inside of left handle ring terminal, to the engine with #8 nut (Fig. 7). bracket (Fig. 6). Secure the other black ground wire, with large Plug clutch wire into connector (Fig.

  • Page 16: Install Control Rods

    Assembly Install Control Rods Check the gap between upper control bar and fixed bar with wheel drive fully engaged. Gap should be approximately 1 to 1-1/4 in. Thread rod fittings equal distance onto each (25–32 mm) (Fig. 9). control rod. For a starting point thread on approximately 2 in.
  • Page 17 Assembly Check parking brake adjustment. Brake rods should be adjusted so parking brake lever is snug when swung into position against the fixed bar while pulling back on upper control bar (Fig. 9). If brake adjustment is required, remove hairpin cotter and washer securing brake rod fitting to idler bracket (Fig.

  • Page 18: Operation

    Operation Think Safety First Ignition Switch – Key switch is used in conjunction with recoil starter. Switch has two positions: RUN and OFF. Please carefully read all the safety instructions and symbols in the safety section. Knowing this Recoil Starter – Pull recoil Starter handle to start information could help you, your family, pets or engine.

  • Page 19: Parking Brake

    Operation Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Setting the Parking Brake Pull the upper control bar (Fig. 12) rearward and hold it in this position. Lift the parking brake lock (Fig. 12) up and gradually release the upper control bar.

  • Page 20: Starting And Stopping The Engine

    Operation Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting Make sure spark plug wire(s) are installed on spark plug(s) and fuel valve is open. Move the shift lever to neutral, set the parking brake and turn ignition key to RUN (Fig. 13). Move the throttle control to CHOKE position Figure 13 before starting a cold engine (Fig.

  • Page 21: Operating Mower Blade Control (Pto)

    Operation Operating Mower Blade The Safety Interlock System Control (PTO) Understanding the Safety Interlock System The blade control switch (PTO) in conjunction with the blade control bail engages and disengages power The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the to the electric clutch and mower blades.

  • Page 22: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Operation Driving Forward or Backward Backward To go backward, move the shift lever to reverse The throttle control regulates the engine speed as gear. measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the “FAST” position for best Release the parking brake: refer to Releasing the performance.

  • Page 23: Lower Control Bar Operation

    Operation Lower Control Bar Operation This procedure is for driving up a curb. This can be performed while driving forward or backward. Disengage the mower blades. POTENTIAL HAZARD m–4185 A blade can be bent or damaged when Figure 17 driving up a curb. Blades could break 1.

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Oil—check level Oil—change* Initial Oil Filter–change (200 hours or every other oil change) Safety System—check Brake—check Wheel Bearings—grease* Transmission Couplings—grease* Foam Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace* Spark Plug(s)—check Belts—check for wear/cracks Electric Clutch–Adjust...

  • Page 25: Air Cleaner

    Maintenance Air Cleaner Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Foam Element Service Interval/Specification A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 warm water. When the element is clean, operating hours. rinse it thoroughly. Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating B.

  • Page 26: Engine Oil

    Maintenance Paper Element Engine Oil A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to Service Interval/Specification remove dust and dirt (Fig. 20). Change oil: B. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal. After the first 8 operating hours.
  • Page 27 Maintenance Checking Oil Level Changing/Draining Oil Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, warms the oil so it drains better. and turn the ignition key to “OFF”...

  • Page 28: Spark Plug

    Maintenance Change Oil Filter Spark Plug Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating oil change. hours. Make sure the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark Note: Change oil filter more frequently when...

  • Page 29: Greasing And Lubrication

    Maintenance Checking the Spark Plug Greasing and Lubrication Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 25). Service Interval/Specification If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating Grease the wheel bearings every 8 operating hours on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is and the transmission couplers every 200 operating dirty.

  • Page 30: Cleaning The Cooling System

    Maintenance Lubricate the transmission couplers (Fig. 27). Tire Pressure Service Interval/Specification Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first (Fig. 28). Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading.

  • Page 31: Brake

    Maintenance Brake Adjusting the Brake The brake lever is on the upper control bar (Fig. 11). Service Interval/Specification If the parking brake does not hold securely, an adjustment is required. Before each use, check brakes for proper operation. Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to Always set the parking brake when you stop the Checking the Brake, page 29.

  • Page 32: Fuel Tank

    Maintenance Fuel Tank Draining The Fuel Tank POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. m–1717 WHAT CAN HAPPEN Figure 30 A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage. 1. Fuel shut-off valve 2.

  • Page 33: Fuel Filter

    Maintenance Fuel Filter Drive Belt Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating hours Check all belts after every 50 operating hours or or yearly, whichever occurs first. monthly, whichever occurs first. Look for dirt, wear, cracks, and signs of overheating.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Traction Belt

    Maintenance Note: If the new belt slips, examine the Torque pivot bolt to 35-40 ft. lb. (47-54 N.m). pulley for wear. A good pulley will Install tension spring between idler arm and have gaps between the flat parts of the frame bracket (Fig.

  • Page 35: Adjust Electric Clutch

    Maintenance Adjust Electric Clutch The clutch is adjustable to ensure proper engagement and proper braking. Check adjustment after every 100 hours of operation. The electric clutch has three (3) adjustment nuts that all must be adjusted the same (Fig. 35). Insert a 0.015 inch (.40 mm) feeler gauge into the slot (Fig.

  • Page 36: Wiring Diagram

    Maintenance Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 37: Cleaning And Storage

    Maintenance Cleaning and Storage During long-term storage add the correct amount of a fuel stabilizer/conditioner or an isopropyl-based stabilizer/conditioner to the fuel Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the tank. parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Remove the key. Run engine for five minutes to distribute stabilizer through fuel system.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine will not start, starts hard, or Fuel tank is empty. Fill fuel tank with gasoline. f il t k fails to keep running. Choke is not ON. Move choke lever to ON. Air cleaner is dirty. Clean or replace air cleaner element.
  • Page 39 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine does not drive. Shift lever is in NEUTRAL. Move shift lever to a drive gear position. Traction belt is worn, loose or Change Belt. broken. Traction belt is off pulley. Change Belt.

  • Page 40: Warranty

    What Is Covered By This Express Warranty? analysis of the defect in materials or workmanship or if you need a referral to a TORO ProLine Service Dealer, please feel free to The Toro Company promises to repair any TORO Product...

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