Toro 34215 Operator's Manual

Toro 34215 Operator's Manual

Stand-on spreader/sprayer, serial no. 400000000 and up
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Original Instructions (EN)
Stand-On Spreader/Sprayer
Model No. 34215—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Form No. 3424-696 Rev A
*3424-696* A

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3424-696 Rev A Stand-On Spreader/Sprayer Model No. 34215—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3424-696* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on additional information, contact an Authorized Service any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model land unless the engine is equipped with a spark and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Torquing the Axle Bolts ........63 Aligning the Front Wheels......... 64 Servicing the Transaxle ........65 Safety ............... 4 Controls System Maintenance ......66 General Safety ........... 4 Adjusting the Pattern Control Cable for the Safety and Instructional Decals ......4 Spreader ............
  • Page 4: Safety

    Use appropriate personal protective equipment needed throughout this manual. (PPE) to guard against contact with chemicals. Chemical substances used in the sprayer system Also, go to www.Toro.com for even more safe may be hazardous and toxic. operating practices, including safety tips and training materials.
  • Page 5 decal126-4161 126-4161 1. Agitation-Off 4. Narrow spray-On 2. Agitation-On 5. Wide spray-Off 3. Narrow spray-Off 6. Wide spray-On decal126-2621 126-2621 1. Unlock to push machine. 3. Lock to drive machine. 2. Read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. decal126-4994 126-4994 1.
  • Page 6 decal126-5186 126-5186 1. Read the Operator's Manual before servicing the machine 4. For more information on servicing the rear axle shafts, read or performing maintenance. the Operator's Manual. 2. Grease the steering pivots every 100 hours. 5. Check the tire pressure—90kPa (13 psi) every 50 hours. 3.
  • Page 7 decal135-2844 135-2844 1. Fast 2. Slow 3. Neutral 4. Reverse 5. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; do not operate this machine unless you are trained; wear ear protection. 6. Warning—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place; shut off the engine and remove the key before performing maintenance.
  • Page 8 decalspreadspraycontrol Spreader Sprayer Control 1. Spray pump switch—On/Off 2. Solid light-normal pump operation 3. Fast flashing light-pump malfunction; see Operator’s manual. 4. Solid light-normal operation of spreader motor and speed control. 5. Fast flashing light-spreader motor and/or speed control malfunction; see Operator’s manual. Constant slow flashing light-spreader motor speed setting locked.
  • Page 9: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. – No parts required Connect the battery. Media and Additional Parts Description Qty. Operator's Manual Read before operating the machine. Start the machine. Checking the Tire Air Checking the Pressure...
  • Page 10: Connecting The Battery

    Product Overview Connecting the Battery No Parts Required Procedure Remove the battery cover from the battery box (Figure g033350 Figure 4 5. Hopper 1. Motion/steering control 6. Impeller 2. Engine/spreader—sprayer controls 3. Spray wand 7. Sprayer nozzles 4. Hopper cover g027115 Figure 3 1.
  • Page 11: Controls

    g033345 Figure 6 1. Control console 5. Front reference bar 2. Steering control 6. Reverse g033351 3. Rear reference bar 7. Forward Figure 5 4. Motion-control lever 1. Fuel-tank cap 3. Sprayer-tank cap (Neutral position) 2. Battery 4. Platform Motion-Control Lever Controls The motion-control lever, located in the center of the steering control, controls the forward and reverse...
  • Page 12 Throttle Control Fuel-Shut-Off Valve The fuel-shut-off valve is located at the front, right side The throttle control (the red lever) is located at the left of the engine below the fuel tank (Figure side of the control console (Figure Note: Close the fuel-shut-off valve when the machine is not used for a few days, during transport to and from the job site, or when the machine is parked...
  • Page 13: Spreader Controls

    Note: • When parking on a steep slope, chock or block Push the knob for the deflector-gate control down the wheels in addition to engaging the parking brake. to close the gate and temporarily deflect the When transporting the machine, engage the parking granular materials.
  • Page 14: Sprayer Controls

    • Rotate the narrow-spreader distribution-flow-rate The slot in the cam, after setting 9 on the cam, allows knob clockwise to decrease the discharge rate of the impeller gate to be opened to the maximum granular material from the hopper. position. This setting can be used for dry sand, ice melt, or other materials that are difficult to spread.
  • Page 15 Note: Do not use agitation while spraying. Shut off the tank agitation to ensure proper spray distribution. Note: Run the engine speed above idle and run the sprayer pump for the tank agitation to work effectively. Narrow-Spray Pattern Lever The narrow-spray pattern lever is located on the control console (Figure 12).
  • Page 16: Specifications

    Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Park the machine on a level surface; shut off the engine; engage the parking brake; remove the key;...
  • Page 17: Performing Daily Maintenance

    • Verify that there is an adequate supply of clean water Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other and soap nearby, and immediately wash off any sources of ignition. chemicals that contact you. • Use only an approved fuel container. •...
  • Page 18: Fuel Specification

    Contact your To make fueling the machine easier, use a 4 to 8 L (1 authorized Toro distributor. to 2 US gal) fuel container and a funnel. • If the starter does not rotate the engine—the...
  • Page 19: During Operation

    Keep clear of any discharge area of the sprayer • Use accessories and attachments approved by nozzles and spray drift. Keep bystanders and pets Toro only. a safe distance away from the machine. • Never spray or spread chemicals while people,...
  • Page 20 Sprayer and Spreader Operation use common sense and good judgment when performing this survey. Safety • Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine • The spray wand traps liquids under high pressure, on slopes. Travel up and down on slopes. Avoid even when engine is off.
  • Page 21: Operating The Machine

    Operating the Machine Opening and Closing the Fuel-Shut-Off Valve Extending and Retracting the Control fuel flow to the engine with the fuel-shut-off valve as follows: Operator’s Platform • Rotate the handle for the fuel-shut-off valve 90 degrees clockwise to the open the valve. Extending the Operator’s Platform •...
  • Page 22 Important: If the engine is cold, pull up the choke control to If the motion-control lever does not the O position; refer to Choke Control (page return to the N position when you release EUTRAL 12). it, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Note: If the engine is warm , push down the Important:...
  • Page 23: Operating The Spreader

    Before Operating the Spreader Driving the Machine in Reverse Move the motion-control lever to the N EUTRAL Before you start using the spreader, calibrate the position. spreader for the material that you will disperse; refer To move the machine rearward in a straight line, Calibrating the Spreader (page 23).
  • Page 24 Determine the application rate and the related drop-rate cam setting; refer to Spreading Charts (page 29). Rotate the drop rate cam (Figure 23) to the cam setting you determined in step 4. g027328 Figure 21 Pan spacing for larger granule materials 1.
  • Page 25 Calculating the Application Rate With the graduated measuring cylinder in the same straight line as the pans, evaluate the Determine the area and amount of material that volume of material in each cylinder to determine you are applying to the job site and record those the quality of the distribution from the spreader.
  • Page 26 Applied Material Weight Formula (Original material weight) Applied material - (Remaining weight Formula material weight) Example 11.3 kg (25 lb) — 9 kg (20 lb) 2.3 kg (5 lb) Note: This calculation means that 2.3 kg (5 lb) of material was applied to the 93 m (1,000 ft test course.
  • Page 27 g033530 Figure 25 1. Forward cover 3. Thumb screw 2. Clip nut Remove the drive pin that secure the impeller to g027325 Figure 27 the shaft of the impeller motor, and remove the impeller from the shaft (Figure 26 Figure 27).
  • Page 28 Connecting the Rate-Gate Linkage Pull the linkage out until it clears the drop-rate (Figure 28). Move the wide-distribution impeller-gate lever forward. Attaching the cable to the ball stud at the gate lever(Figure 28). Assembling the Impeller Assemble impeller onto the impeller shaft and secure the impeller with the drive pin.
  • Page 29 Using the Spreader Spreading Charts Note: The cam setting tables for pellet material and the grass seed are provided with permission from the Brinly-Hardy Company; reference the Brinly-Hardy Company website for more information. Use these charts as an approximate guideline only. Other factors, such as weather conditions, spreader operation, and the condition of material affects spreader performance.
  • Page 30 Cam Settings for Grass Seed Application (cont'd.) Type Bag Weight Coverage - m Cam Setting – Cam Setting – Spreader Width Full Rate Half Rate Mixtures Including 0.9 kg (2 lb) 93 (1,000) Coarse Seeds 1.81 kg (4 lb) 93 (1,000) 2.72 kg (6 lb) 93 (1,000) Rye Grasses or Tall...
  • Page 31 Spreading Material Lock the spreader-pattern control by turning the handle clockwise 90°; refer to 5 of Figure Start the engine and place the throttle midway between the S and the F positions. Using the Deflector Gate Set the impeller-speed control to appropriate broadcast rate and then press the impeller Use the deflector-gate control to temporarily stop or On/Off switch to the O...
  • Page 32 g027123 Figure 33 1. Deflector-gate control 5. Narrow-spreader g027497 distribution flow-rate Figure 34 knob 2. Spreader-pattern control 6. Impeller On/Off switch 1. Wide spreader 2. Narrow spreader pattern—variable effective pattern—variable effective 3. Wide-distribution 7. Impeller-speed control width to 6.7 m (22 ft) width from 1.5 m (5 ft) impeller-gate lever maximum...
  • Page 33 Spreading Tips Important: Ensure that you calibrate the spreader before you start using it. g027374 Figure 35 Spreader path example 1. Narrow distribution-side deflector lowered 5. End of spreading job 2. Forward 6. Property fence 3. Effective spreading width—variable 1.5 to 6.7 m (5 to 22 ft) 7.
  • Page 34: Operating The Sprayer

    Operating the Sprayer Measure and visibly mark a course length used to calculate the average ground speed. Record the course length here: CAUTION Note: In this example the course length is 45.7 Chemicals are hazardous and can cause m (150 ft). personal injury.
  • Page 35 Ground Speed Formula Course length Formula m (ft) x 60 seconds = Ground speed kph (mph) Course time (seconds) x 16.7 m/minute (88 ft/minute) Example 45.7 m (150 ft) x 60 seconds = 8.4 kph 19.7 seconds x 16.6 m/minute (5.2 mph) (88 ft/minute) Understanding the Effective Spray Pattern...
  • Page 36 Note: • Record the amount of water collected Center nozzle—record the from each nozzle in the collection worksheet. average discharge quantity here: • Left nozzle—record the average discharge quantity here: Converting the Time and Collection Results to Flow Rate Convert the milliliters (fluid ounce) quantities that you calculated in step Testing the Sprayer Nozzle Discharge (page 35)
  • Page 37 Note: If the collected nozzle spray does not Left and Right Nozzles (white—wide pattern) meet the quantity in the Nozzle Flow Rate Chart Flow Rate Chart (cont'd.) (page 37), check the nozzles, hoses, and fittings for leaks, damage, or wear; clean or replace the spray nozzles if needed.
  • Page 38 Quart per 1,000 ft Application Rate fluoroelastomer material, the O-rings and seals in the sprayer can degrade and leak. Single nozzle capacity (gpm) x Number of nozzles x 544 Important: Before applying chemicals to the job site, verify that you have set the proper application Speed (mph) x Spray width (inches) 1,000 ft rate prior to filling the tank.
  • Page 39 Important: If you are using a wettable-powder chemical, mix the powder with a small amount of water to form a liquid slurry before adding the chemical mixture to the tank. Add remaining water to the tank and install cap onto the filler neck of the tank. Note: Allow the content of the sprayer tank to mix thoroughly.
  • Page 40 Note: Use the quantity marks at the front, left side of the sprayer tank for determine the quantity of chemical solution in the tank. Rotate the handle for the drain valve clockwise 90° to drain the tank (Figure 42). Allow the sprayer tank to drain completely. Apply PTFE thread sealant to the threads of the plug.
  • Page 41 Spraying Tips g027300 Figure 45 1. Overlap area—narrow spray pattern 6. Sprayer Off—do not spray when turning the machine 180° 2. Effective spray area 7. End of spraying job 3. Forward 8. Property fence 4. Overlap area—wide spray pattern 9. Gate 5.
  • Page 42 Spraying with the Spray Wand Adjust the pump pressure to the spray wand perform the following: WARNING • To increase the pump pressure to the wand, rotate the wand-pressure control The spray wand traps liquids under counterclockwise (Figure 47). high pressure, even when engine is off. High-pressure spray discharge could cause serious injury or death.
  • Page 43: After Operation

    After Operation Tilt the screen at the bottom of the hopper forward to clean the bottom hopper components (Figure 48). After Operation Safety General Safety • Park the machine on a level surface; shut off the engine; engage the parking brake; remove the key;...
  • Page 44: Cleaning The Sprayer

    Cleaning the Sprayer Move the tank-agitation lever to the O position (Figure 50). Service Interval: After each use Cleaning the Sprayer System and WARNING Wand Swallowing or inhaling chemicals could cause Important: serious injury or death. Always empty and clean the sprayer immediately after each use.
  • Page 45 Cleaning the Strainer Service Interval: After each use Important: If you used wettable-powder chemicals, clean the strainer after each time that you rinse the sprayer tank. Empty the sprayer tank; refer to Emptying the Sprayer Tank (page 39). Rotate the handle of the pump-shutoff valve 90° counterclockwise to the position (Figure...
  • Page 46: Transporting The Machine

    Transporting the Machine Machine weight: 227 kg (500 lb)—both sprayer tank and hopper empty; 389 kg (857 lb)—both sprayer tank and hopper full CAUTION This machine does not have proper turn signals, lights, reflective markings, or a slow moving vehicle emblem. Driving on a street or roadway without such equipment is dangerous and can lead to accidents causing personal injury.
  • Page 47 Raise the operator platform. Back the machine up the ramp (Figure 54). g031405 Figure 54 1. Back the machine up the 2. Walk the machine forward ramp. down the ramp. Secure the machine; refer to Securing the Machine for Transport (page 47).
  • Page 48: Maintenance

    To ensure optimum performance and continued ◊ a chemical suit safety certification of the machine, use only ◊ a respirator or filter mask genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. ◊ chemical-resistant gloves Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and ◊...
  • Page 49: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the safety interlock system. • Test the starter interlock. • Check air cleaner; replace if dirty. (May need more often under severe conditions.) Before each use or daily • Check the engine-oil level. •...
  • Page 50: Pre-Maintenance Procedures

    Pre-Maintenance Procedures CAUTION If you leave the key in the switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Remove the key from the switch before you perform any maintenance. CAUTION Raising the machine for service or maintenance relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous.
  • Page 51: Lubrication

    Lubrication Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Lubricating the Grease Fittings Service Interval: Before each use or daily Every 100 hours Service Interval: Every 100 hours Important: Do not apply oil to the foam or paper Grease type: National Lubricating Grease Institute element.
  • Page 52: Engine Oil Specification

    Engine Oil Specification Rotate the wing nut that secures the air-cleaner cover counterclockwise and remove the air-cleaner cover (Figure 58). Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SJ or higher) Rotate the wing nut that secures the paper Oil viscosity: Refer to the table below. and foam-filter elements counterclockwise and remove the filter elements from the hold-down (Figure...
  • Page 53: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: Every 100 hours Every 100 hours (more often under severe condition). Draining the Engine Oil Important: Do not operate the engine with the oil level below the Low (or Add) mark on the dipstick, g033503 or over the Full mark.
  • Page 54: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Remove the dipstick from the filler neck of the If the oil level is low, add the specified oil into the engine and wipe clean the dipstick with a rag engine until the oil level is between the hatch (Figure 62).
  • Page 55: Servicing The Spark Arrester

    Checking the Spark Plug Servicing the Spark Arrester Air Gap: 0.6 to 0.7 mm (0.02 to 0.03 inch) Important: Do not clean the spark plug(s). Service Interval: Every 200 hours Always replace the spark plug(s) when it has a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or Removing the Spark Arrester cracks.
  • Page 56 Install the spark arrester; reverse the steps completed in Removing the Spark Arrester (page 55) g027467 Figure 68 1. Flanged-head bolt 5. Self-tapping screw 2. Bolts 6. Muffler 3. Muffler cover 7. Spark arrester 4. Tail screen 8. Self-tapping screw Remove the 2 bolts and 1 flanged-head bolt that secures the muffler cover to the muffler (Figure...
  • Page 57: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System Align a drain pan with a 6.1 L (1.6 US gallons) capacity with a under the carburetor. Maintenance Rotate the sediment cup counterclockwise and remove the cup from the carburetor. Cleaning the Fuel Sediment Note: Check the seal for the sediment cup for damage or wear;...
  • Page 58 Remove the fuel tank from the crankcase of the Secure the hose to the carburetor fitting with the engine (Figure 71 Figure 73). clamp (Figure 72). Assemble the tank to the tank supports on the engine with the 2 bolts 6 x 25 mm and 2 nuts 8 mm (Figure 71).
  • Page 59: Electrical System Maintenance

    Checking the Battery Charge Electrical System Maintenance CAUTION If the ignition is in the O position, there is potential for sparks and engagement Servicing the Battery of components. Sparks could cause an explosion or moving parts could accidentally Service Interval: Monthly engage causing personal injury.
  • Page 60 Charging the Battery setting and charging interval recommended to charge the battery to 12.6 V or greater; refer to the battery charge table below. WARNING Important: Ensure that the negative battery Charging the battery produces gasses that cable is disconnected, and the battery can explode.
  • Page 61: Removing And Installing The Battery

    Removing and Installing the Battery Removing the Battery WARNING Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal machine components causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses g027432 Figure 76 to explode, resulting in personal injury. 1. Negative-battery-cable 4. Flanged bolt •...
  • Page 62: Jump-Starting The Machine

    Jump-Starting the Machine Note: Ensure that the vent caps are tight and level. If available, place a damp cloth over any vent caps on both batteries. DANGER Connect the positive (+) cable clamp (red) to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery Jump-starting a battery that is cracked, frozen, (Figure 77).
  • Page 63: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System Note: Ensure that the negative battery cable does not touch the battery terminal. Maintenance Push the tab on the fuse/relay holder and separate the cover from the holder (Figure 78). Pull the fuse from the socket of the fuse/relay Checking the Air Pressure holder (Figure...
  • Page 64: Aligning The Front Wheels

    Aligning the Front Wheels Measure the distance between the 2 rear faces of the front tires as shown in Figure Operator supplied equipment: 2 bolts 9 x 76 mm Record the front measurement here (5/16 x 3 inch) or longer Prepare the machine for maintenance;...
  • Page 65: Servicing The Transaxle

    Remove the bolts that you installed in step from the control column and steering control. Servicing the Transaxle Service Interval: Every 50 hours Transaxle Oil Type: Toro® HYPR-OIL™ 500 hydraulic oil or Mobil® 1 15W-50 Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine (page 50).
  • Page 66: Controls System Maintenance

    Controls System Maintenance Adjusting the Pattern Control Cable for the Spreader Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine (page 50). Empty the hopper; refer to Emptying the Spreader (page 26) Close the impeller gate by pushing the wide-distribution impeller-gate lever forward fully (Figure 85).
  • Page 67: Maintaining The Chassis

    Maintaining the Chassis Maintaining the Sprayer System Checking the Machine for Loose Hardware Checking Sprayer System Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: Every 50 hours Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine (page 50).
  • Page 68: Cleaning

    Cleaning the Debris from Cleaning the Machine Cleaning the Engine and Service Interval: After each use the Exhaust System Area Prepare the machine for maintenance; refer to Preparing the Machine (page 50). Service Interval: After each use (may be required Clean off any debris or chemical build-up on the more often in dry or dirty conditions.) machine, especially the nozzles, sprayer-tank...
  • Page 69: Storage

    Disposing of the Battery Storage DANGER Set sprayer-pump switch to the O position, stop the machine, move motion-control lever to Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid, the N position, shut off the engine, wait EUTRAL which is poisonous and can cause severe for all moving parts to stop, remove key, and burns.
  • Page 70 Empty the sprayer tank; refer to Emptying the Sprayer Tank (page 39). Start the machine and set sprayer-pump switch to the O position Push forward the tank agitation lever. Pull back the narrow-spray pattern lever. Note: Run the sprayer nozzle until the narrow nozzle is spraying air.
  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Important: Ensure that the operator safety mechanisms for the machine are connected and in proper operating condition before you use the machine. When a problem occurs, do not overlook the simple causes. For example: starting problems could be caused by an empty fuel tank.
  • Page 72 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine loses power. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce the ground speed of the machine. 2. The air-filter elements are dirty. 2. Clean the foam-filter element or replace the paper-filter element. 3. The oil level in the engine is low. 3.
  • Page 73 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The spreader or sprayer pattern is uneven. 1. The impeller is dirty or damaged. 1. Clean, repair, or replace the impeller. 2. The spreader-pattern control is not 2. Adjust the spreader-pattern control; adjusted properly. refer to the Adjust the Spreader Pattern procedure in the Using the Spreader section.
  • Page 74 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The indicator light above the impeller 1. The indicator light is flashing at a slow, 1. While the impeller motor is running, On/Off switch is illuminated or flashing. constant rate and the —impeller motor press and hold the impeller On/Off speed is not adjustable (locked).
  • Page 75: Schematics

    Schematics g027149 Electrical Schematic (Rev. A)
  • Page 76 g027148 Electrical Diagram (Rev. A)
  • Page 77 g033525 Sprayer System Schematic (Rev. A)
  • Page 78 Notes:...
  • Page 79 While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.

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