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- Page 1 Form No. 3327–410 Mid–Size Mower ProLine Hydro 17 HP with 52 inch Side Discharge Mower Model No. 30436—Serial No. 230000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Original Instructions (EN) Register your product at www.Toro.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Frame Set Up ......W 2003 by The Toro Company Contact us at www.Toro.com... -
Page 3: Introduction
Authorized Service attention to the safety alert symbol, which means Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—“personal serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates safety instruction.” Failure to comply with the the location of the model and serial numbers on the instruction may result in personal injury or death. -
Page 4: Maintenance And Storage
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for Never operate with the discharge deflector raised, accidents or injuries occurring to himself or herself, removed or altered, unless using a grass catcher. other people or property. Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. -
Page 5: Toro Mower Safety
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. from the mowing area. The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products and other safety information you must Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Tall grass can hide know. obstacles. - Page 6 Do not mow up and down slopes. Service Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as near a water heater or furnace. Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good condition. Never tamper with safety devices.
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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. 68-8340 1-523552 82-4590 43-8480 93-1122 66-1340 95-2814 67-5360... - Page 10 105-4110 98-0776 106-5532 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 106-0699 104-8186 106-5513 104-2838 105-4109 104-8569...
- Page 11 106-0635 106-5516 1. Keep bystanders a safe 5. Cutting of hand or foot, 10. To drive forward, move the 13. Power take-off (PTO) distance from the machine. mower. controls as illustrated. 14. Fast 2. Do not allow bystanders to 6. Engine—stop 11.
- Page 12 104-4164 1. Contains lead; do not 3. Wear eye protection; 5. Sulfuric acid can cause 7. Maximum fill line discard. explosive gases can cause blindness or severe burns. 8. Minimum fill line blindness and other injuries 2. Recycle 6. Flush eyes immediately with 9.
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Page 13: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Warning Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious available. -
Page 14: Setup
Setup Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Loose Parts Note: Use the chart below to verify all parts have been shipped. Step Description Qty. Handle assembly Flanged bolt 3/8 x 1 inch Installing the handle assembly Flanged bolt 3/8 x 1–1/4 inch Flange nut 3/8 inch... -
Page 15: Installing The Handle Assembly
Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro St e p Parts needed for this step: 1 Handle assembly 2 Flange bolts, 3/8 x 1 inch m–6600 2 Flange bolts, 3/8 x 1–1/4 inch... -
Page 16: Installing The Fuel Tank
St e p Note: Tighten left side of shift lever plate until it is completely tight and then unscrew the locknut one full turn. This will allow the spring to work. Parts needed for this step: 1 Fuel tank with studs installed 2 Bolts, 5/16 x 7/8 inch 2 Lock washers, 5/16 inch m–6583... -
Page 17: Installing The Control Rods
St e p St e p Parts needed for this step: Parts needed for this step: 2 E–clips 1 Cotter pin 1 Washer Installing the Control Rods Installing the Speed Control 1. For a starting point, make sure the rod fittings are threaded approximately 2–1/2 inches (63 mm) onto the control rods (Fig. -
Page 18: Installing The Hairpin Cotter Pins And Washers
St e p St e p Parts needed for this step: Parts needed for this step: 2 Hairpin cotter pins 1 Rear weight 2 Capscrews Installing the Hairpin Cotter 2 Washers Pins and Washers 2 Nuts Unused height–of–cut spacers may be stored on posts and retained by a hairpin cotter. -
Page 19: Activating The Battery
St e p Note: Never fill the battery with electrolyte while the battery installed in the machine. Electrolyte can be spilled on other parts and cause corrosion. 3. Remove the vent caps from the battery (Fig. 37). 4. Slowly pour electrolyte into each battery cell until the level is up to the “UPPER”... -
Page 20: Checking The Hydraulic Fluid And Engine Oil
8. When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger St e p from the electrical outlet, then disconnect the charger leads from the battery posts (Fig. 10). No parts needed for this step. Setting Up the Hydro Linkage Check the following adjustments when the machine is first m-4970 set up and adjust only as needed. -
Page 21: Operation
Operation Drive levers – Move the speed control lever to the desired forward speed, slowly release the drive levers to engage forward traction operation, and squeeze the drive levers to Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine neutral or reverse. -
Page 22: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Stopping Note: Make sure maintenance is done at all recommended intervals shown in the Recommended Maintenance 1. Move the throttle lever to the Slow position (Fig. 13). Schedule on page 29. 2. Squeeze the drive levers to the Neutral position and set the neutral locks. -
Page 23: Operating The Parking Brake
Operating Mower Blade 2. Place thumbs on the upper part of the neutral locks and rotate them forward until in forward slot (Fig. 14). Control (PTO) The blade control switch (PTO) in conjunction with the Operating the Parking Brake Operator Presence Control (OPC) levers engage and disengage power to the electric clutch and mower blades. -
Page 24: Driving Forward Or Backward
Understanding the Safety Interlock 2. To go forward, move the speed control lever to desired speed. System 3. Release the neutral lock. Refer to Releasing the The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the Neutral Lock on page 22. mower from starting unless: 4. -
Page 25: Pushing The Machine By Hand
3. Move the speed control lever into neutral. Important Rotate by-pass valve a maximum of 2 turns so the valve does not come out of the body causing fluid 4. Turn the ignition key to Off. to run out. 5. Set the parking brake if it is left unattended. To Operate the Machine Note: Remember to remove the key from the ignition switch if you leave the machine. -
Page 26: Adjusting The Height-Of-Cut
Adjusting the Height-of-Cut Adjusting the Gage Wheels The height-of-cut can be adjusted from The gage wheels need to be adjusted in the proper hole 1 to 4-1/2 inch (25 to 114 mm) in 1/4 inch (6 mm) location for each height-of-cut position. There needs to be increments. -
Page 27: Adjusting The Handle Height
m–6510 Figure 22 m–6602 1. Center Gage Wheels and 3. Bolt Figure 24 Spacer 4. Washer 1. Speed control rod 4. Speed control crank 2. Nut 2. Swivel 5. Cotter pin 3. Nut 6. Washer Adjusting the Handle Height 3. Loosen the upper flange bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and flange nut securing handle to rear frame (Fig. -
Page 28: Using The Mid-Size Weight
7. Adjust the control rod length by rotating the control rod in the rod fitting (Fig. 5). 8. Install hairpin cotter between drive levers and neutral locks and into clevis pins (Fig. 23). Note: Make sure the clevis pins are inserted into the neutral locks. -
Page 29: Maintenance
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Engine Oil—check level Safety System—check Each Use Brake—check Engine—clean outside Mower Housing—clean Engine Oil—change After first 8 Hours Hydraulic Oil—check Mower Housing—clean Caster Wheels—grease... -
Page 30: Servicing The Air Cleaner
Caution If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug(s) before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug. -
Page 31: Servicing The Engine Oil
Viscosity: See table below Checking the Engine Oil Level m–4695 1. Park the machine on a level surface. Figure 29 2. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking 1. Paper element 2. Rubber seal brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the key. -
Page 32: Servicing The Spark Plug
Changing the Engine Oil 1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing the Engine Oil, page 32. 1. Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This warms 2. Remove the old filter (Fig. 32). the oil so it drains better. 3. -
Page 33: Fuse Service
4. Remove the spark plug(s). 2. Tighten the spark plug(s) to 11 ft-lb (15 NS m). 3. Push the wire(s) onto the spark plug(s) (Fig. 33). Fuse Service Service Interval/Specification The electrical system is protected by a fuse. It requires no maintenance. -
Page 34: Removing The Battery
Removing the Battery 4. Using the bolt and nut, connect the negative (black) cable to the negative (–) battery post (Fig. 36). Slide the rubber cover over the battery post. Warning Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal tractor components causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. -
Page 35: Greasing And Lubrication
3. If the electrolyte is low, add the required amount of Important Always keep the battery fully charged distilled water; refer to Adding Water to the Battery, (1.265 specific gravity). This is especially important to page 35. prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 32 F (0 C). -
Page 36: Cleaning The Cooling System
Greasing the PTO Drive Belt Idler 4. Connect a grease gun to the fitting. Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the 1. Stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove the key bearings. and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark 5. -
Page 37: Adjusting The Electric Clutch
Servicing the Fuel Tank Danger In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the m–6367 engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area. Figure 42 Wipe up any gasoline that spills. -
Page 38: Servicing The Fuel Filter
Servicing the Fuel Filter Servicing the Hydraulic System Service Interval/Specification Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating hours or Checking the Hydraulic Fluid yearly, whichever occurs first. Check the hydraulic fluid level before engine is first started. Replacing the Fuel Filter Check the hydraulic fluid level after first 8 operating Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel hours. - Page 39 6. Recheck the fluid level while the fluid is warm. If required, add fluid to the reservoir until it reaches the hot level of the baffle. Note: The fluid level should be to the top of the hot level of the baffle, when the fluid is warm (Fig. 46). 7.
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Page 40: Hydraulic Linkage Adjustments
Bleeding the Hydraulic System Hydraulic Linkage Adjustments The traction system is self bleeding, however, it may be necessary to bleed the system if fluid is changed or after Perform the following linkage adjustments when the work is performed on the system. machine needs maintenance or set–up for the first time. -
Page 41: Temporary Neutral Stud Adjustment
Temporary Neutral Stud Si d e Vi e w Adjustment 1. Move the left and right hand neutral lock latches to the unlatched position (Fig. 14). 2. Move the speed control lever to the neutral position (Fig. 49). 3. Loosen the nut against the yoke (Fig. 52). 4. - Page 42 Warning Mechanical or hydraulic jacks may fail to support Back Vi e w machine and cause a serious injury. Use jack stands when supporting the machine. Degr e es Do not use hydraulic jacks. Adjusting the Left Side Hydro Control Linkage m–6606 Warning...
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Page 43: Adjusting The Neutral Stud
11. Tighten the front nut on left hydro control linkage 10. Repeat adjustment if needed. shown in figure 54. m–5396 Figure 55 1. Speed control lever 3. spring 2. Rear pivot spring m–6605 Figure 56 Right Side Linkage Adjustment 1. Hydro control linkage 4. -
Page 44: Adjusting The Control Rod
Adjusting the Control Rod Checking the Control Rod 1. With rear of machine still on jack stands and engine running at full throttle, move the speed control lever to the medium speed position. Note: The OPC levers must be held down whenever the speed control lever is out of the neutral position or the engine will kill. -
Page 45: Tracking Adjustment
Servicing the Brake Note: Make sure the clevis pins are inserted into the neutral locks. 7. Repeat this adjustment for opposite side. Service Interval/Specification Before each use, check brake for proper operation. Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. -
Page 46: Adjusting The Electric Clutch
2. Check adjustment by inserting feeler gauge through slots next to studs (Fig. 62). 3. The proper disengaged clearance between the clutch plates is 0.012–0.024 inch (0.30-0.60 mm). It will be necessary to check this clearance at each of the three slots to ensure the plates are parallel to each other. -
Page 47: Removing The Blades
To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the 1. Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. backward (Fig. 64). Measure from a level surface to Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may the cutting edge, position A, of the blades (Fig. -
Page 48: Correcting The Mower Quality Of Cut
5. Set the height-of-cut to the 4 inch (101.6 mm) position. Refer to Adjusting the Height-Of-Cut in the Operation section. 6. Perform steps in the following sections Frame Set Up, Checking Front–to–Rear Pitch and Checking Side–to–Side Leveling. m–1854 Figure 67 Frame Set Up 1. - Page 49 Checking Engine Deck Height 24 in. 1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. (61cm) 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Adjust the tire pressure in all tires to specifications on page 36.
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Page 50: Checking The Deck Front-To-Rear Pitch
Changing the Deck Front-to-Rear Pitch Changing the front–to–rear pitch is done by adjusting the front height–of–cut posts. Changing the Deck Front–to–Rear Pitch by Adjusting Front Height–of–Cut Posts 1. To change the front-to-rear pitch, the front height–of–cut posts can be adjusted (Fig. 75). m–6371 2. -
Page 51: Changing The Side-To-Side Leveling
F r o nt F r o nt m–1078 m–1078 Figure 76 Figure 78 MEASURE FROM MEASURE FROM CUTTING EDGE TO CUTTING EDGE TO A LEVEL SURFACE A LEVEL SURFACE m–2550 m–2550 Figure 77 Figure 79 5. If it does not measure correctly, add air pressure in rear Changing the Side-to-Side tires to raise height–of–cut Leveling... -
Page 52: Replacing The Pto Drive Belt
7. Connect the idler arm spring (Fig. 80). 6. Install the new drive belt onto the PTO engagement pulley and the top groove of the center spindle pulley 8. Reinstall the PTO drive belt. Refer to Replacing the (Fig. 81). PTO Drive Belt page 52. -
Page 53: Caster Wheel And Bearings Service
3. Pull the caster wheel fork out of the mounting tube, leaving the spacer(s) on the bottom of the fork. Remember the location of the spacers on each fork to ensure correct installation, and to maintain a level deck. m–6373 Figure 83 1. -
Page 54: Replacing The Grass Deflector
5. To assemble, place one bushing into the wheel hub. Grease the roller bearing and spanner bushing and slide them into the wheel hub. Place the second bushing into the wheel hub (Fig. 84). 6. Install the caster wheel into the caster fork and secure with the wheel bolt and locknut. -
Page 55: Wiring Diagram
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Page 56: Hydraulic Diagram
Hydraulic Diagram Motor Right Side Pump Right Side Filter Expansion Tank Pump Left side Motor Left side Charge Pump Inlet Case Drain m–5225... -
Page 57: Cleaning And Storage
Cleaning and Storage D. Restart the engine and run it until it stops. E. Choke or prime the engine. 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the ignition key to Off to stop the engine. Remove the key. F. -
Page 58: 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 fails to keep running. PTO is on (Pulled up). Turn PTO off (Push in). Speed control lever is in gear. Move speed control lever to neutral. - Page 59 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine does not drive up hills or By-pass valve is adjusted too Adjust by-pass valve. inclines. far open. Machine moves slowly in neutral. Neutral is mis-adjusted. Adjust hydro linkages. Neutral control spring is Replace neutral control broken or missing.
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Page 60: 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.