Adjusting Ground Speed; Changing Transaxle Fluid; Brakes; Inspecting Brakes - Toro 07253TC Operator's Manual

IMPORTANT: A cracked, fouled, dirty or
otherwise malfunctioning spark plug must be
replaced. Do not sand blast, scrape, or clean
electrodes by using a wire brush because grit
may eventually release from the plug and fall
into the cylinder. The result is usually a
damaged engine.
4. Set the air gap between center and side of
electrodes at 0.76mm (0.03"). Install a correctly
gapped spark plug and tighten the plug to 24–30
Nm (18-22 ft-lb.). If a torque wrench is not
used, tighten the plug firmly.
5. Install the spark plug wires.

Adjusting Ground Speed

Ground speed is preset at the factory and should not
need adjusting. If you think the ground speed needs
adjusting, contact your local Authorized Toro Service
Dealer.

Changing Transaxle Fluid

Change transaxle fluid every 800 operating hours or
yearly, whichever occurs first.
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface, stop the
engine, engage the parking brake and remove the
key from the ignition switch.
2. Remove drain plug from right side of reservoir
(Fig. 27) and let fluid flow into drain pan.
Reinstall and tighten the plug when fluid stops
draining.
Figure 27
1. Drain plug
Maintenance
3. Fill the reservoir with approximately 1.4 liters
(1-1/2 qt.) of 10W30 motor oil.
4. Start the engine and operate to fill system.
Recheck the oil level and replenish, if required.

Brakes

Inspecting Brakes

Visually inspect the brakes for worn brake shoes after
every 100 hours of operation.

Adjusting The Brake Pedal

Adjust the brake if the parking brake does not hold,
brake pedal travel is excessive, or braking power is
not sufficient when the brake pedal is depressed.
Check adjustment every 200 hours.
1. Turn the ignition to OFF and remove the key.
2. Raise the vehicle off the ground; see Jacking the
Vehicle.
3. Tighten the cable adjusting screw, located
beneath the floor panel, until the cables are snug
in the brake equalizer (Fig. 28).
1. Cable adjusting screw
2. Brake equalizer
– 31 –
Figure 28