Toro Groundsmaster 360 Service Manual page 149

Traction Linkage Assembly (continued)
Groundsmaster 360
16225SL Rev C
The transmission of the Groundsmaster 360 machine consists of 2 piston pumps.
The swash plate in each of the piston pumps is controlled by the operator traction
pedal through the traction linkage assembly. Correct assembly of the traction
linkage assembly (Figure
When servicing the traction linkage on your Groundsmaster 360 machine, use
the following information:
Note: Refer to the Operator's Manual for information on adjusting traction pedal
stops, mow speed limiter lever, and traction pedal neutral position.
1. The center distance between the two rod ends (item 41 in
be 1161 mm (45.7 inches). This is the distance between the center of the
rod end and the center of the rubber bushing
that sets it at 1168.4 mm (46 inches) to begin and then it is adjusted on each
machine.
2. If the dual spring hook that locates behind the neutral arm spring is removed,
install the dual spring hook so that the threads extend after the flange nut
from 8.7 to 9.5 mm (0.34 to 0.37 inch)
traction neutral position is necessary, adjustment can made to increase
amount of thread extension. This adjustment will also result in higher
pressure required to press the traction pedal.
3. Adjust the control arms; refer to the Operator's Manual.
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1. Traction neutral position
4. Ensure that the traction neutral sensor is closed when the traction pedal
is in the N position:
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A. Use InfoCenter display to check the traction neutral sensor operation
(Figure 72) .
B. The traction neutral sensor LED should be illuminated when the traction
pedal is in the N
5–43).
5. After adjustments have been made and all the traction linkage fasteners are
tightened, ensure that there is no binding as the traction pedal is pressed.
The traction pedal should freely return to the N
released from either forward or reverse. Also, ensure that the traction rod
does not contact anything through both forward and reverse directions.
69) is required for proper traction circuit operation.
(Figure
Figure 72
position; refer to
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Figure 68) should
(Figure 70). Tomah has a tool
71). If quicker return to the
Traction Neutral Sensor (page
position after it is
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Hydraulic System: Service and Repairs