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Form No. 3322-879 Dingo TX Traction Unit Model Number 22306—200000001 & Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
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DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if the recommended All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied precautions are not followed. with your new product, so feel free to contact your...
If a spark-arrester is required, may result in loss of control. contact your Toro dealer. Genuine Toro approved spark-arresters are approved by the USDA Forestry Do not carry a load with the arms raised. Always Service.
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Allow them to cool before attempting traction unit. Tall grass can hide obstacles. to maintain, adjust, or service. Use only Toro-approved attachments. Check for overhead clearances (i.e. branches, Attachments can change the stability and the doorways, electrical wires) before driving under operating characteristics of the traction unit.
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Safety Children Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert explosive. to the presence of children. Children are often Use only an approved container. attracted to the traction unit and the work activity.
Safety Safety and Instruction Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. On Loader Cross Bar (Part No. 100–6132) On Traction Control (Part No.
Assembly Activating the Battery The traction unit is shipped with a dry battery. POTENTIAL HAZARD Purchase bulk electrolyte with 1.260 specific gravity Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid from a local battery supply outlet. which is a deadly poison and it causes severe burns.
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Assembly Leave the covers off and connect a 3 to 4 amp IMPORTANT: Do not allow the battery posts battery charger to the battery posts (Fig. 3). to touch the frame or hydraulic lines or it Charge the battery at a rate of 4 amperes or less may cause sparks.
Weight 1830 lbs (830 kg) unit such as hauling materials, digging holes, grading, and more. Contact your Toro dealer for a list of all Rated operating capacity 500 lbs (227 kg) approved attachments and accessories.
Check Before Operating Stability Data The following table lists the maximum slope recommended for the traction unit in the positions listed in the table. Slopes over the listed degree may cause the traction unit to become unstable. The data in the table assumes that the loader arms are fully lowered;...
Before Operating Before operating, check the fuel and oil level, and remove debris from the traction unit. Also, ensure that the area is clear of people and debris. You should POTENTIAL HAZARD also know and have marked the locations of all utility In certain conditions gasoline is extremely lines.
Check Before Operating Cleans the engine while it runs Pull out the dipstick and wipe the metal end clean (Fig. 4). Eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel system, which causes hard starting Slide the dipstick fully into the dipstick tube (Fig.
Hydraulic Tank Capacity: 6.5 gal. (24.6 l) Use only Group 1 ISO type 46/68 anti–wear hydraulic fluids, recommended for ambient temperatures consistently below 100 F, such as Toro Hy–Pro, Mobil Fluid 424, or other equivalent fluid. IMPORTANT: Use only the Group 1 ISO type 46/68 anti–wear hydraulic fluids.
Operation Traction Unit Overview Figure 6 contains a front and back view of the traction unit. Familiarize yourself with all of the traction unit components listed in Figure 6. m–4736 m–4732 Figure 6 1. Track 5. Loader arms 9. Mount plate 12.
Operation Controls Choke Knob Before starting a cold engine, pull the choke knob Become familiar with all the controls (Fig. 7) before out. After the engine starts, regulate the choke to you start the engine and operate the traction unit. keep the engine running smoothly.
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Operation To tilt the attachment rearward, slowly move the lever To operate the auxiliary hydraulics in the reverse to the left (Fig. 9). direction using a detent position, rotate the lever rearward, then move it left into the middle slot To lower the loader arms, slowly move the lever (Fig.
Operation To release the brake, pull the lever rearward and right, period between attempts. Failure to follow out of the notch, and then push it forward. these instructions can burn out the starter motor. Fuel Gauge After the engine starts, gradually push the choke inward.
Operation Stopping the Traction Unit To stop the traction unit, release the traction control, move the throttle lever to slow (turtle), lower loader arms to the ground, and stop the engine. Set the parking brake and remove the key. m–4767 POTENTIAL HAZARD Figure 12 Someone could move or attempt to operate...
These systems are built into the Dingo TX, and you should ignore any references to them. Connecting an Attachment m–4672 Figure 13 IMPORTANT: Use only Toro-approved 1. Cylinder lock 3. Clevis pin attachments. Attachments can change the 2. Lift cylinder 4. Hairpin cotter stability and the operating characteristics of the traction unit.
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Operation Raise the loader arms while tilting back the mount plate at the same time. IMPORTANT: The attachment should be POTENTIAL HAZARD raised enough to clear the ground, and the If the quick attach pins are not fully seated mount plate should be tilted all the way back. through the attachment mount plate, the attachment could fall off of the traction Stop the engine.
Operation Disengage the quick attach pins by turning them to the outside. If the attachment uses hydraulics, move the POTENTIAL HAZARD auxiliary hydraulics lever forward, back and Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure forth, and back to neutral to relieve pressure at can penetrate skin and cause injury.
Maintenance Accessing the Engine and Internal Components Before opening any of the covers, stop the engine and remove the key. Opening the Hood Pull out the hood latch in the front screen (Fig. 16). Swing the hood up until it locks open (Fig. 16). m–4771 Figure 17 1.
Maintenance Closing the Rear Access Cover Turn the tabs and fold them down to lock the screen in place (Fig. 19). Swing the rear access cover to the left and seat it in place over the back of the traction unit. Removing the Front Screen Place the latch over the locking bracket Open the hood and remove both side screens.
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Maintenance Park the traction unit on a flat surface and lower the loader arms. Stop the engine and remove the key. POTENTIAL HAZARD When the traction unit is running, parts Lift/support the traction unit so that both tracks are moving and the engine gets hot. are off of the ground.
Maintenance If the traction unit veers to the right, loosen the the left jam nut and adjust the tracking set screw on the front of the traction control (Fig. 22). m–4664 Figure 22 1. Jam nut and set screw m–4777 Figure 23 Repeat steps 1 through 4 until the traction unit 1.
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Maintenance Open the hood; refer to Opening the Hood, page 23. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from m–1213 getting into the engine and causing damage. Figure 25 Unscrew the knob and remove the air cleaner 1. Foam element 2.
Maintenance Install the air cleaner cover and secure with the knob (Fig. 24). Close the hood. POTENTIAL HAZARD Components will be hot if the traction unit has been running. Servicing the Engine Oil WHAT CAN HAPPEN Touching hot components can cause burns. Change oil after the first 25 operating hours and then HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD every 100 operating hours thereafter.
Maintenance Changing the Oil Filter Servicing the Tracks Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other Check the tracks for excessive wear and clean them oil change. periodically. If the tracks are worn, replace them. Note: Change the oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are Cleaning the Tracks extremely hot, dusty, or sandy.
Maintenance m–4775 Removing the Spark Plug Lower the loader arms, stop the engine, and remove the key. Open the hood; refer to Opening the Hood, page 23. Pull the wires off of the spark plugs (Fig. 33). Clean around the spark plugs. Remove both spark plugs and metal washers.
Maintenance Bend the side electrode (Fig. 34) if the gap is not correct. 0.030 in. (0.76 mm) m–4732 m–3215 Figure 35 Figure 34 1. Center electrode insulator 3. Air gap (not to scale) 2. Side electrode Installing the Spark Plug Thread the spark plugs into the spark plug holes.
Maintenance Clamp the fuel lines on both sides of the fuel Draining the Fuel Tank filter (Fig. 37). Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide them away from the filter (Fig. 37). POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive.
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Maintenance Lower the loader arms, stop the engine, and remove the key. Open the hood, refer to Opening the Hood, page POTENTIAL HAZARD Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. IMPORTANT: Do not substitute an WHAT CAN HAPPEN automotive oil filter or severe hydraulic Fluid accidentally injected into the skin system damage may result.
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Remove the Hydraulic tank cap and dipstick 11. Fill the hydraulic tank with approximately 6 gal. (Fig. 39). (22.7 l) of Toro Hy-Pro, Mobil Fluid 424, or equivalent (refer to Checking Hydraulic Fluid, Remove the top cover of the hydraulic tank and page 13).
Maintenance Servicing the Battery Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until the level is up to the lower part of the tube (Fig. 40). Check the electrolyte level in the battery every 100 hours. Always keep the battery clean and fully IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the battery charged.
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Maintenance on a regular basis. When the debris is one to two 11. Disconnect the fuel line. inches deep, complete the following procedure (refer 12. Disconnect the two wires leading to the right to Figure 41 throughout this procedure): side of the tank (Fig. 42). m–4776 Figure 42 1.
Maintenance 17. Connect the fuel line and remove the clamp. Change the crankcase oil; refer to Servicing the Engine Oil, page 28. 18. Secure the tank cap. Remove the spark plugs and check the condition 19. On the right side of the tank, connect the orange of each;...
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Maintenance IMPORTANT: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned gasoline over 90 days. 12. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or replace any part that is damaged or defective. 13. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank Battery is dead. Charge the battery. Electrical connections are Check electrical connections corroded or loose. for good contact. Relay or switch is defective. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. Engine will not start, starts hard, or Fuel tank is empty.
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Traction unit does not drive. The parking brake is on. Release the parking brake. Hydraulic fluid level low. Add hydraulic fluid. The tow valves are open. Close the tow valves Hydraulic system is Contact your Toro dealer. damaged.
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.