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- Page 1 Commercial Walk-Behind Mower Fixed Deck, T-Bar, Gear, with 40in TURBO FORCE ® Cutting Unit Model No. 38696—Serial No. 290000001 and Up To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Introduction..............2 Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model Safety ................3 and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 Safe Operating Practices ........3 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers Toro Mower Safety .......... -
Page 3: Safety
Safety Operating the Blade Control Lever (PTO) ............14 The Safety Interlock System........ 15 Note: The addition of attachments made by Driving Forward or Backward......15 other manufacturers that do not meet American Using the Lower Control Bar ......15 National Standards Institute certification will cause Stopping the Machine......... -
Page 4: Toro Mower Safety
• Look behind and down before backing up to be sure The following list contains safety information specific of a clear path. to Toro products and other safety information you must know. • Keep pets and bystanders away. • Slow down and use caution when making turns and This product is capable of amputating hands and crossing roads and sidewalks. - Page 5 • Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which may be hot from operation. Allow to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust or service. • Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may be voided if used with unapproved attachments. • Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e.
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Page 6: Slope Chart
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Page 7: Safety And Instructional Decals
Safety and Instructional 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. 98-0776 43-8480 98-3256 66-1340 REVERSE TRACTION DRIVE 82-2280 98-3266 82-2280 82-2290 95-2814... - Page 8 95-5537 99-3943 1. Read the Operator’s 3. Pull back to disengage 1. Engine Manual for instructions on operating the cutting blade 2. Push forward to engage 104-8569 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 106-0699 98-5130 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for instructions on torquing the blade bolt/nut to 75-80 ft-lb (102-106 N-m).
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Page 9: Product Overview
110-2068 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 105-0884 110-6916 Product Overview Manufacturer’s Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. -
Page 10: Controls
Figure 3 1. Side discharge 5. T-bar control 2. Mower deck 6. Handle 3. Recoil starter 7. Front caster wheel 4. Gas tank Figure 4 1. Throttle control 7. Parking brake lever-released position Controls 2. Blade control bail 8. Choke 3. -
Page 11: Specifications
Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to Shift to the desired gear and push forward on the upper www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments control bar and blade control bail to engage forward and accessories. -
Page 12: Operation
Operation In certain conditions during fueling, static Adding Fuel electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire Use Unleaded Regular Gasoline suitable for or explosion from gasoline can burn you and automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded others and can damage property. -
Page 13: Think Safety First
Important: Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol. Children or bystanders may be injured if they Add the correct amount of gas move or attempt to operate the machine while stabilizer/conditioner to the gas. it is unattended. Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline. -
Page 14: Operating The Blade Control Lever (Pto)
6. To start a cold engine, move the throttle control 5. Pull wire off spark plug(s) to prevent possibility of midway between the fast and slow positions. accidental starting before storing or performing maintenance on the machine. 7. To start a warm engine, move the throttle control to the fast position. -
Page 15: The Safety Interlock System
Note: It is necessary to fully and manually disengage throttle control in the fast position for best mowing the blade control lever. performance. Driving Forward The Safety Interlock System 1. To go forward, move the shift lever to a forward gear (Figure 9). -
Page 16: Stopping The Machine
Driving Backward Up a Curb 1. Disengage the mower blades. A blade can be bent or damaged when driving 2. Select reverse to drive the machine. up a curb. Pieces of blade that may be thrown could seriously injure or kill you or bystanders. 3. -
Page 17: Transporting Machines
Transporting Machines Adjusting the Blade Height Adjust the blades by using the 4 spacers (1/4 inch) Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the (6 mm) on the blade spindle bolts. This allows for a machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all 1-inch (25 mm) adjustment range, in 1/4 inch (6 mm) necessary lighting and marking as required by law. -
Page 18: Adjusting The Flow Baffle
Adjusting the Axle Height Adjust the axle position to the selected height-of-cut setting. Refer to the Height-of-Cut Chart. 1. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set the parking brakes. 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. -
Page 19: Positioning The Flow Baffle
Position A This is the full rear position. The suggested use for this position is a follows (Figure 16). • Use for short, light grass mowing conditions. • Use in dry conditions. • For smaller grass clippings. • Propels grass clippings farther away from the mower. -
Page 20: Adjusting The Handle Height
• Use in wet conditions. (Figure 19). • Lowers the engine power consumption. • Allows increased ground speed in heavy conditions. • This position is similar to the benefits of the Toro SFS mower. - Page 21 Figure 19 1. Control rod 4. Clevis pin 2. Control rod fitting 5. Washer 3. Idler bracket 6. Hairpin cotter pin 2. Loosen the upper flange bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and flange nut securing handle to rear frame (Figure 20). Figure 20 1.
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Page 22: Height Of Cut Chart
Height of Cut Chart Number of spacers Number of 1/4 inch blade spacers below spindle below caster 1/2 inch 3/16 inch (5 (13mm) Axle Position 1 inch (26 1–1/4 inch 1–1/2 inch 1–3/4 inch 2 inch (51 (32 mm) (38 mm) (45 mm) 1–1/8 inch 1–3/8 inch... -
Page 23: Maintenance
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 8 hours • Check the mower belt tension. •... -
Page 24: Lubricating The Caster And Wheel Bearings
Greasing the Mower Belt Idler 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating Grease the fitting on the mower belt idler arm pivot position. (Figure 23). 3. Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make sure to Note: Remove the mower deck cover to access the scrape any paint off the front of the fitting(s). -
Page 25: Engine Maintenance
Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval/Specification Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few operating hours) if the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Important: Do not oil the foam or paper element. Removing the Foam and Paper Elements 1. -
Page 26: Servicing The Engine Oil
1. Carefully slide the foam element onto the paper air cleaner element (Figure 24). 2. Place the air cleaner assembly onto the air cleaner base and secure it with the 2 wing nuts (Figure 24). 3. Place the air cleaner cover into position and tighten the cover knob (Figure 24). -
Page 27: Servicing The Spark Plugs
3. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on the replacement filter (Figure 28). 4. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter, turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an additional 3/4 turn (Figure 28). -
Page 28: Fuel System Maintenance
Fuel System 4. Clean around the spark plugs to prevent dirt from falling into the engine and potentially causing Maintenance damage. 5. Remove the spark plugs and the metal washers. Servicing the Fuel Tank Checking the Spark Plugs 1. Look at the center of the spark plugs (Figure 30). If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely engine is operating properly. -
Page 29: Servicing The Fuel Filter
5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines. 6. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to the filter. 7. Open fuel shut-off valve at fuel tank (Figure 31). 8. Check for fuel leaks and repair if needed. 9. -
Page 30: Drive System Maintenance
Drive System Cooling System Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning the Air Intake Screen Checking the Tire Pressure Before each use remove any build-up of grass, dirt Service Interval: Every 50 hours/Monthly (whichever or other debris from the cylinder and cylinder head comes first)—Check the tire pressure cooling fins, air intake screen on flywheel end, and Check the pressure at the valve stem (Figure 33). -
Page 31: Brake Maintenance
Brake Maintenance Servicing the Brakes Before each use, check brakes on both a level surface and slope. Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake does not hold securely, an adjustment is required. Checking the Brakes Figure 35 1. -
Page 32: Belt Maintenance
Belt Maintenance 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Raise the rear of the machine and hold it up with Checking the Belts jack stands. Service Interval: Every 50 hours/Monthly (whichever 4. -
Page 33: Adjusting The Mower Belt Tension
6. Install the idler pulley. 3. Loosen the locknut on the turnbuckle (Figure 39). 7. Engage the blade control (PTO) lever and check 4. Rotate the turnbuckle toward the rear of the the belt tension. Refer to Adjusting the Mower Belt mower to increase the tension on the belt. - Page 34 The PTO engagement linkage adjustment is located beneath the front left hand corner of the engine deck. 1. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set the parking brakes. 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
- Page 35 Figure 43 1. Assist arm 3. Rear assist arm stop Figure 44 2. Front assist arm stop 4. Turnbuckle 1. Bellcrank 3. Switch mounting bracket 2. Bolts and nuts 4. Switch body 8. To adjust the assist arm link, remove the hairpin cotter pin from the assist arm (Figure 43).
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Page 36: Mower Deck Maintenance
1. Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and blades are out of balance or bent. To ensure optimum backward (Figure 46). performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards. -
Page 37: Adjusting The Blade Brake
1. Hold the blade bolt with a wrench. horizontal position, the blade is balanced and can be used. If the blade is not balanced, file some metal off 2. Remove the nut, blade bolt, curved washer, blade, the end of the sail area only (Figure 50). Repeat this spacers, and thin washer from the spindle (Figure 48). -
Page 38: Replacing The Grass Deflector
Figure 51 1. Spring mounting bolts 3. 1/8-3/16 inch (3 mm–5 2. Blade brake pad Figure 52 1. Bolt 5. Spring installed Replacing the Grass Deflector 2. Spacer 6. Grass Deflector 3. Locknut 7. L end of spring, place behind deck edge before installing bolt 4. -
Page 39: Storage
Storage 11. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer. 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking 12. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the area. -
Page 40: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine will not start, starts hard, or fails 1. Fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. to keep running. 2. Fuel shut off valve is closed. 2. Open the fuel shut off valve. 3. - Page 41 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Blades do not rotate. 1. Mower deck belt is worn or loose. 1. Check the belt tension. 2. Mower deck belt is broken. 2. Install a new deck belt. 3. Mower deck belt is off pulley. 3.
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Page 42: Schematics
Schematics Electrical Schematic (Rev. -) - Page 43 Notes:...
- Page 44 Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products outside the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfi ed with your Distributor’s service or have diffi culty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.