Table Of Contents; Safety; Safe Operating Practices - Toro 30716 Operator's Manual

Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 2
Safety ........................................................................... 3
Safe Operating Practices........................................... 3
Toro Mower Safety .................................................. 5
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 6
Setup ............................................................................ 8
1 Installing the Castor Wheel Assemblies .................... 8
2 Installing the Drive Shaft to the Traction
Unit ................................................................... 9
3 Connecting the Right-Hand Push Arm to the
Cutting Unit........................................................ 9
4 Connecting the Left-Hand Push Arm to the
Cutting Unit.......................................................10
5 Connecting the Drive Shaft to the Cutting Unit
Gear Box ...........................................................11
6 Installing the Lift Chains .......................................11
7 Greasing the Machine ...........................................12
8 Installing Rear Weight...........................................12
Product Overview .........................................................13
Specifications ........................................................13
Attachments/Accessories........................................13
Operation ....................................................................13
Checking the Lubricant in the Gear Box.....................13
Adjusting the Height-of-Cut ....................................13
Adjusting the Rollers...............................................15
Adjusting the Skids .................................................15
Operating Tips ......................................................15
Maintenance .................................................................16
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ......................16
Pre Maintenance ....................................................16
Lubrication............................................................16
Separating the Cutting Unit from the Traction
Unit ..................................................................17
Mounting the Cutting Unit to the Traction
Unit ..................................................................18
Replacing the Drive Belt ..........................................19
Servicing the Front Bushings in the Castor
Arms ................................................................20
Servicing the Castor Wheels and Bearings ..................20
Removing and Installing the Blade(s).........................20
Inspecting and Sharpening the Blade(s)......................21
Checking and Correcting Mismatch of
Blades ...............................................................22
Troubleshooting ...........................................................23

Safety

This machine meets or exceeds CEN standard EN 836:1997,
ISO standard 5395:1990, and ANSI B71.4-2004 specifications
in effect at the time of production.
Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can
result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply
with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the
safety alert symbol (Figure 1), which means Caution, Warning,
or Danger-personal safety instruction. Failure to comply
with the instruction may result in personal injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions are adapted from the CEN
standard EN 836:1997, ISO standard 5395:1990, and ANSI
B71.4-2012.
Training
•
Read the Operator's Manual and other training material
carefully. If the operator or mechanic can not read the
language of this manual, it is the owner's responsibility to
explain this material to them.
•
Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment,
operator controls, and safety signs.
•
All operators and mechanics should be trained. The
owner is responsible for training the users
•
Never let children or untrained people operate or service
the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
•
The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to himself or herself, other
people, or property.
Preparation
•
Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and
attachments are needed to properly and safely perform
the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved
by the manufacturer.
•
Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety
glasses and ear protection. Long hair, loose clothing or
jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
•
Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and
remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire which can
be thrown by the machine.
•
Check that operator's presence controls, safety switches,
and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not
operate unless they are functioning properly.
Safe Handling of Fuels
•
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
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