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16–38 HXL Lawn Tractor
71241—200000001 & Up
Operator's Manual
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- Page 1 Pour obtenir gratuitement une version en français de ce manuel, écrivez à l’adresse ci-dessous. N’oubliez pas d’indiquer les numéros de modèle et de série de votre produit. The Toro Company, Attn: Parts Dept., 8111 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420–1196 International English (GB)
- Page 2 Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product correctly. Reading this All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied manual will help you and others avoid personal injury with your new product, so feel free to contact your and damage to the product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Page Page Maintenance ......Safety ....... . . Service Interval Chart . -
Page 4: Safety
Safety Safe Operation Practices for All drivers should seek and obtain professional and practical instruction. Such instruction should Ride-on (riding) Rotary emphasize: Lawnmower Machines the need for care and concentration when working with ride-on machines; This machine meets or exceeds European Standards in effect at the time of production. - Page 5 Safety Add fuel before starting the engine. Never engage clutch slowly, always keep machine remove the cap of the fuel tank or add in gear, especially when travelling petrol while the engine is running or when downhill; the engine is hot. machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and during tight turns;...
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Page 6: Sound Pressure Level
Safety change into neutral and set the parking Allow the engine to cool before storing in any brake; enclosure. stop the engine and remove the key. To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer, battery compartment and petrol storage Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. -
Page 7: Slope Chart
Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–8. -
Page 9: Symbols Glossary
Safety Symbols Glossary Safety alert symbol Dismemberment–Mower in rearward motion Safety alert symbol Stay a safe distance from the machine Read operator’s manual Stay a safe distance Consult Technical Manual for from the mower proper service procedures Keep children a safe distance Thrown or flying objects–... -
Page 10: Symbols Glossary
Safety Symbols Glossary Cutting element– Riding on this machine is allowed basic symbol only on a passenger seat & only if the driver’s view is not hindered Cutting element– height adjustment Crushing of fingers or hands–Force applied Cutting unit–lower from side Cutting unit-raised Kickback or upward motion–Stored energy... -
Page 11: Symbols Glossary
Safety Symbols Glossary Fuel Fast Slow Fuel level Decreasing/Increasing Volume empty On/Run Volume full Off/Stop Engine Battery charging conditin Engine start Head lights– Main/high beam Engine stop Brake system Choke Parking brake Clutch Engine temperature PTO (Power Take Off) Engine lubricating Engage oil pressure Disengage... -
Page 12: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for POTENTIAL HAZARD automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded In certain conditions gasoline is extremely regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is flammable and highly explosive. not available. WHAT CAN HAPPEN IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn... -
Page 13: Stabilizer/Conditioner
Gasoline and Oil Stabilizer/Conditioner Filling the Fuel Tank Using a stabilizer/conditioner in the machine: Shut the engine off and set the parking brake. Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days Clean around each fuel tank cap and remove the or less. -
Page 14: Operation
Operation Think Safety First Parking Brake Please carefully read all the safety instructions and Always set the parking brake when you stop the symbols in the safety section. Knowing this machine or leave it unattended. information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. -
Page 15: Positioning The Seat
Operation Positioning the Seat Using the Blade Control (PTO) The seat can move forward and backward. Position The blade control (PTO) engages and disengages the seat where you have the best control of the power to the blade(s). machine and are most comfortable. Engaging the Blade(s) Raise the seat and loosen the adjustment knob (Fig. -
Page 16: Setting The Height-Of-Cut
Operation Setting the Height-of-Cut The height-of-cut lever (deck lift) is used to raise and lower the mower to the desired cutting height. The cutting height may be set in one of seven positions from approximately 1 to 4 inches (25 to 102 mm). Pull on the height-of-cut lever (deck lift) and 1505 move it to the desired position (Fig. - Page 17 Operation After the engine starts, slowly move the throttle Stopping lever to “FAST” (Fig. 8). If the engine stalls or Move the throttle lever to “SLOW” (Fig. 8). hesitates, move the throttle lever back to “CHOKE” for a few seconds. Then move the Turn the ignition key to “OFF”...
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Page 18: The Safety Interlock System
Operation The Safety Interlock System the interlock because the sound of the tractor’s engine might prevent you from being aware that a child or a bystander has entered the area where you are Understanding the Safety Interlock operating the tractor. System If you are certain that you can safely mow in reverse The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the... -
Page 19: Testing The Safety System
Operation POTENTIAL HAZARD A child or bystander could be backed over by a riding mower with its blade(s) engaged. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Blade contact will cause serious personal injury or death. m–1863 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Figure 11 Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. -
Page 20: Pushing The Machine By Hand
Operation Put the PTO lever in the “disengage” position and the foot pedal in neutral. Now start the engine. Move the PTO lever to the “engage” position and turn the “Key Choice” key and release. The Operating–in–Reverse warning light should illuminate. Move the PTO lever to the “disengage”... -
Page 21: Stopping The Machine
Operation 1861 Figure 13 1. Traction control pedal 3. Backward 2. Forward Stopping the Machine To stop the machine, release the traction control pedal, disengage the blade control (PTO), and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Also set the parking brake if you leave the machine unattended;... -
Page 22: Side Dischargeor Mulch Grass
Operation Side Discharge Installing the or Mulch Grass Discharge Cover To convert from side discharge to a mulching mower, install the discharge cover into the opening at the side of the mower. POTENTIAL HAZARD Lift the grass deflector and slide the tabs on top Without the grass deflector, discharge of the discharge cover under the grass deflector cover, or complete grass catcher assembly... -
Page 23: Tips For Mowing Grass
Operation Tips for Mowing Grass Avoid Cutting Too Low If the cutting width of the mower is wider than the Fast Throttle Setting mower you previously used, raise the cutting height one notch to ensure uneven turf is not cut too short. For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the engine at “FAST.”... -
Page 24: Maintenance
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Spring Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Service Service Notes Oil—initial change Oil—periodic change Oil—check level Oil FIlter Safety System—check Cutter Blade—check Brake—check More often Chassis—grease in d st in dusty, Foam Air Cleaner—service dirty dirty Paper Air Cleaner—replace conditions... -
Page 25: Greasing And Lubrication
Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Tire Pressure Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Grease the machine after every 25 operating hours or Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires at once a year, whichever occurs first. Grease more 20 psi (138 kPa). Check the pressure at the valve frequently when operating conditions are extremely stem after every 25 operating hours or yearly, dusty or sandy. -
Page 26: Brake
Maintenance Brake Adjusting the Brake (0.020” (5.08 mm) feeler gauge required) The brake is on the right side of the rear axle, inside the rear tire (Fig. 17). If the parking brake does not Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to hold securely, an adjustment is required. -
Page 27: Wiring Diagram
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Page 28: Fuse
Maintenance Fuse Service Interval/Specification The electrical system is protected by fuses. No maintenance is required, however, if a fuse blows check the circuit wiring for a short. To replace a fuse pull up (Fig. 18) to remove from the socket. Push down to insert. -
Page 29: Battery
Maintenance Battery Service Interval/Specification Check the electrolyte level in the battery before each use. Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a paper towel to clean the battery and battery box. If the battery terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of four parts water and one part baking soda. -
Page 30: Adding Water To The Battery
Maintenance 1878 Figure 23 1. Filler caps 3. LOWER line 2347 2. UPPER line Figure 22 1. Battery 4. Slot in battery box 2. Battery box 5. Hole in frame Adding Water to the Battery 3. Vent tube The best time to add distilled water to the battery is just before you operate the machine. -
Page 31: Spark Plug
Maintenance Remove the filler caps from the battery and Removing the Spark Plug connect a 3 to 4 amp battery charger to the Disengage the blade control (PTO), set the battery posts. Charge the battery at a rate of 4 parking brake, and turn the ignition key to amperes or less for 4 hours (12 volts). -
Page 32: Fuel Tank
Maintenance Checking the Spark Plug Fuel Tank Look at the center of the spark plug (Fig. 25). If Draining The Fuel Tank you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is dirty. -
Page 33: Fuel Filter
Maintenance Air Cleaner Service Interval/Specification Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 operating hours, or yearly, whichever occurs first. Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few hours) if operating 1873 conditions are extremely dusty or... - Page 34 Maintenance Carefully slide the foam element off the paper Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements element (Fig. 28). Foam Element A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly. B. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth.
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Page 35: Engine Oil
Maintenance Engine Oil Service Interval/Specification Change oil: After the first 5 operating hours. After every 25 operating hours. Note: Change oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. 1867 Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG or SH) Figure 31 Crankcase Capacity: 48 oz/1–1/2 qt (1400 cc/1.4 l) 1. - Page 36 Maintenance Screw the oil dipstick fully onto the filler tube Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified (Fig. 32). Unscrew the dipstick again and look at amount of oil into the filler tube (Fig. 32). Now the metal end. If oil level is low, slowly pour check the oil level;...
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Page 37: Cutting Blade
Maintenance Change Oil Filter—Service Cutting Blade Interval/Specification To assure a superior quality of cut, keep the blade(s) Replace the oil filter every 50 hours or every other oil sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, change. you may want to have an extra blade(s). Note: Change oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely... -
Page 38: Removing The Blade
Maintenance Sharpening the Blade(s) Use a file to sharpen the cutting edge at both ends of the blade (Fig. 37). Maintain the original angle. The blade retains its balance if the same amount of material is removed from both cutting edges. -
Page 39: Removing The Mower
Maintenance Removing the Mower Park the machine on a level surface, disengage POTENTIAL HAZARD the blade control (PTO), set the parking brake, The height-of-cut lever (deck lift) is and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the spring-tensioned. engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Remove the key from the ignition switch and When the mower is being removed, this... - Page 40 Maintenance 11. Remove the hairpin cotter and washer at the mower leveling bracket (Fig. 42). Slide the bracket off the mounting pin. Re-install the washer and hairpin cotter for storage. 12. Rotate the leveling bracket up, toward the frame, and hook the long rod into one of the holes to store.
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Page 41: Installing The Mower
Maintenance install the belt. If it is too difficult to install the belt, loosen the bolts and nuts securing the belt guides. IMPORTANT: Do not bend the belt guide(s) away from the pulley. There must be a maximum 1/8” (3.2 mm) between the belt guide(s) and the edge of the pulley to keep the belt on the pulley during operation. - Page 42 Maintenance Mount the slotted mower leveling bracket onto the pin on the height-of-cut arm (Fig. 45). Install the washer and hair pin cotter to secure the mower. Repeat this step on the opposite side of the mower. 2384 Figure 46 1.
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Page 43: Blade Drive Belt
Maintenance 15. Hook the height-of-cut lift assist spring onto the retaining bolt (Fig. 39), using the spring tool provided with the machine. 16. Check side-to-side blade level; refer to Side-to-Side Mower Leveling, page 41. Blade Drive Belt Removing the Blade Drive Belt Remove the mower;... -
Page 44: Front-To-Rear Blade Slope
Maintenance Carefully rotate blade(s) side to side (Fig. 49). Now check the front-to-rear blade slope; refer to Measure between the outside cutting edges and Front-to-Rear Blade Slope, page 42. the flat surface (Fig. 49). If both measurements are not within 3/16” (4.8 mm), an adjustment is Front-to-Rear Blade Slope required;... - Page 45 Maintenance (15.875 mm) Rotate lock nuts on eyebolts to change adjustment (Fig. 53). To raise the front of the 5/8” mower, tighten the eyebolt lock nuts. To lower the front of the mower, loosen the eyebolt lock nuts. After adjusting both eyebolt lock nuts evenly, check the front-to-rear slope again.
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Page 46: Washing Underside Of Mower
Maintenance Washing Underside of Mower After each use wash the underside of the mower to POTENTIAL HAZARD prevent grass build-up for improved mulch action and A broken or missing washout fitting could clipping dispersal. expose you and others to thrown objects or blade contact. -
Page 47: Cleaning And Storage
Maintenance Cleaning and Storage IMPORTANT: The battery must be fully charged to prevent it from freezing and being damaged at temperatures below 32 F (0 C). Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the A fully charged battery maintains its charge parking brake, and turn the ignition key to for about 50 days at temperatures lower than “OFF”... - Page 48 Maintenance 12. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer. 13. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area. Remove the key from the ignition switch and keep it in a memorable place. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
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Page 49: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank Blade control (PTO) is Move blade control (PTO) to ENGAGED. DISENGAGED. Parking brake is not on. Set parking brake. Battery is dead. Charge the battery. Electrical connections are Check electrical connections corroded or loose. - Page 50 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine over heats. Engine load is excessive. Reduce ground speed. Oil level in crankcase is low. Add oil to crankcase. Cooling fins and air passages Remove obstruction from under engine blower housing cooling fins and air passages. are plugged.