Toro 30743 Operator's Manual

Rotary hydraulic broom traction units

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Form No. 3356–519 Rev A
Rotary Hydraulic Broom
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Groundsmaster
300 Series Traction Units
Model No. 30743—Serial No. 260000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
English (EN)

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3356–519 Rev A Rotary Hydraulic Broom Groundsmaster 300 Series Traction Units Model No. 30743—Serial No. 260000001 and Up Operator’s Manual English (EN)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ....... Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 3: Safety

    – When turning or driving on slopes, always SLOW complete Model and Serial Number to The Toro the traction unit, then turn to prevent loss of control Company, 8111 Lyndale Avenue South, Bloomington, and possible upset.
  • Page 4: Maintenance

    Toro replacement parts and adjusting, or storing the machine. accessories to keep the machine all Toro. Never use “will-fit” replacement parts and accessories made by • Perform only those maintenance instructions described other manufacturers.
  • Page 5 85-4730 54-0910 99-6540 58-6520 1. Grease 100-5854 94-8701 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; crushing hazard of hand. 99-6522...
  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications General Specifications Brush Filament Material Virgin polypropylene, high carbon wire or combination of both. Brush Diameter 24 inches. Broom swings 30 degrees in both directions. 60 inches nominal sweeping width @ Sweeping Width Angle center position, 52 inches minimum sweeping width @ 30 degree swing. Broom Swing/Control Manual pin position.
  • Page 7: Setup

    (Fig. 1). If not, the implement shaft must be replaced with the appropriate length of shaft available Broom Control Box and Wiring from the Toro Parts Department. (Electric Swivel Option) Warning 1. Attach broom control box to the steering column with clamp and nuts about 6 inches below steering wheel.
  • Page 8: Pump Mounting

    The traction unit or broom may need to be moved slightly to allow the PTO shafts to be coupled. Note: The PTO shafts will only align and insert in one position. 5. Have a helper carefully push down on left hand push arm until holes in ball joint mount are in line with holes in broom mount.
  • Page 9: Install Rear Weight

    Weight Part Weight Description Qty. Description Required Number Rotary Broom 140 lb. 24–5780 Rear Weight Kit (Model No. 30743) (two 35 lb. weights and mounting hardware) Four Wheel Drive Attachment Rear Weight Weight Part Weight Description Qty. Description Required Number Rotary Broom 70 lb.
  • Page 10: Before Operating

    Before Operating Operating Position Adjust Brush Down Pressure Improper downward pressure can decrease brush life up to 95% (depending on the incorrect amount of pressure). A brush sweeps with the tips of its bristles. When too much down pressure is applied, the brush is no longer using it’s tips;...
  • Page 11: Operating Instructions

    Operating Ground Speed Instructions Bulldozing produces a side thrust and excessive stress on the broom. While operating under the plow effect, the bristles are flexed against the steel ring which holds them Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine and, eventually, this flexing will break the bristles from the from the normal operating position.
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    Maintenance mount. Now the helper can carefully allow the push arm to move upward, which will gradually release the 100 pounds of spring load. Caution 5. Have a helper carefully push down on left push arm while you remove the capscrews, flat washers and flange nuts securing the ball joint mount to the broom To prevent accidental starting of the engine, while mount.
  • Page 13: Broom Lift Chain Tension

    Servicing Castor Fork 8. Reinstall brush retaining plate. Bushings 9. Reinstall bearing housing, hydraulic motor mount and guard. After many hours of operation, the bushings pressed into the top and bottom of the frame bracket will wear. To check Broom Lift Chain Tension the bushings, move castor fork fore and aft and from side to side.
  • Page 14: Servicing Castor Wheel And Bearing

    Servicing Castor Wheel And Bearing The castor wheel rotates on a high–quality sealed roller bearing and is supported by a spanner bushing. Even after many hours of use the bearing wear will be minimal. A wobbly castor wheel usually indicates a worn bearing. 1.
  • Page 16: The Toro General Commercial Products Warranty

    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.

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Groundsmaster 300 series

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