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Toro LX420, LX460 Lawn Mower User Manual

1. 3354 969 TORO Count on it LX420 amp LX460 Lawn Tractors Model No 13AX60RG744 Model No 13AX60RH744 lt o Tw 9 Q O o 0 o gt 257 23 22 2 B52 7 ZG A NEZA 2 200 EUM 8 Abs 4 4 sie 2222 o MS GA Register your product at www Toro com Original Instructions EN 769 02247F 01 11 06 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices 3 Service 26 Slope Gauge 9 Off season Storage 30 Tractor Set up 10 Maintenance Chart 31 Know Your Lawn Tractor 13 Troubleshooting 32 Operating Your Lawn Tractor 16 Specifications 33 Making Adjustments 19 Warranty Information 35 Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor 22 FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator s Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor It will help you assemble prepare and maintain the unit for best performance Please read and understand what it says Before you start assembling your new equipment please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below A sample model plate is also illustrated below You can locate the model plate by looking at the underside of the tractor s seat This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer s web site and or help from a Toro Service Dealer MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER DOM Copy the model number her
2. Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module Place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position Engage the tractor s parking brake e Activate the choke control Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position After the engine starts release the key It will return to the NORMAL MOWING position IMPORTANT Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a time Doing so may cause damage to your engine s electric starter After the engine starts deactivate the choke control NOTE Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the tractor Doing so will result in a rich fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly Stopping the Engine WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine and remove the ignition key Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating e If the blades are engaged place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position Position the throttle choke control between half throttle and the FAST rabbit position e Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting Using the Deck Lift Lever To raise the cutting deck move the deck lift lever to the left then place it in the notch best suited for your application Refer to Setting The Cutting Height earlier in th
3. GENERAL OPERATION during operation and while performing an 1 Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before attempting to assemble and operate Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference 2 Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation Know how to stop the machine and disengage PTO blades quickly 3 Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent or responsible adult 4 Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction 5 To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury Keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area 6 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all stones sticks wire bones toys and other foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by the blade s Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury 7 Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the
4. Engine Maintenance repair or replacement of the emission control devices and systems which are being done at the customer s expense may be performed by any engine repair establishment or individual Warranty repairs must be performed by a Toro Dealer Engine Oil The engine crankcase is filled with 10W 30 ship away oil at the factory This oil may be used for the first 24 hours of engine operation at temperatures between 0 F and 80 F If temperatures are not within this range drain the oil from the oil filter and crankcase and replace with new oil The engine oil must be drained and replaced with new oil after 24 hours of engine operation and every 50 hours thereafter Refer to the Oil Viscosity Chart below to determine the proper oil type NOTE aid starting the selection of crankcase oil should be based the lowest anticipated temperatures prior to the next scheduled oil change Checking the Oil Level It is important to check the oil level at least every four hours of operation Regular checking during the first 24 hours of operation is especially important Check the oil level before each use as follows Allow the engine a few minutes to rest after opera tion This will give the oil time to drain into the crank case sump and result in a more accurate dipstick reading e Clean the area around the oil fill cap dipstick to pre vent debris from entering the crankcase e Remove the oil fill cap dipstick by
5. Figure 10 or Figure 11 Tighten the inner hex nut front against the front hanger bracket to raise the front of the deck loosen the hex nut to lower the front of the deck See Figure 10 or Figure 11 Figure 10 Figure 11 Retighten the two lock nuts against the inner hex nuts when proper adjustment is achieved Side to Side If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly a side to side adjustment can be performed Adjust if necessary as follows e With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the deck lift lever in the top notch highest position and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the right blade tip to the ground Both measurements taken should be equal If they re not proceed to the next step e Loosen but do NOT remove the hex bolt on the left deck hanger bracket See Figure 12 Adjustment Gear eee Figure 12 Hex Bolt e Balance the deck by using a wrench to turn the adjustment gear See Figure 12 up or down e The deck is properly balanced when both blade tip measurements taken earlier are equal Retighten the hex bolt on the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved 20 Parking Brake Adj
6. brake Attempts to start the tractor s engine should fail The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake To check for proper operation start the tractor s engine release the parking brake and momentarily raise yourself from the seat The engine should stall The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor s seat with the PTO Blade Engage lever in the engaged ON position regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged To check for proper operation start the engaged tractor s engine move the PTO Blade Engage 5 Always look down and behind before and while lever in the engaged ON position and momentarily backing to make sure no children are around raise yourself from the seat The engine should 6 After resuming forward motion return the key to the stall NORMAL MOWING position With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING IMPORTANT The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will position the engine will automatically shut off if the remain activated until PTO Blade Engage lever is moved into the engaged ON position with the shift lever in Reverse To check for proper operation start the tractor s engine with the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position move the PTO 1 Start the engine as previously instructed in this Operator s Manual 2 Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING Green position to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Yellow
7. FEET AWAY FROM OTA ARTS TING P REMOVE OBJE BY THE CTS E THROWN BLADE IN ANY DIRECTION SAFETY GLASSES we MUI 4 OW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AR 4 NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADES OFF d 530018 SLOPES TRA CAUTION ON SLOPES DO NOT MG 45 GREAT P AND DOWN READ OPERA NOT ACROSS AVOID SUDDER TURNS NSE LOW SPEED D TNS LOR S MANUAL KEEP SAFETY DEVICES IN PLACE BY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY DANGER KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY A DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY DO NOT OPERATE MOWER M UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR P OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATING ROTATING BLADES CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADE S OFF LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING MOWING IN REVERSE IS NOT RECOMMENDED AWARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS AVOID SUDDEN TURNS DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL STOP BLADE S AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY KEEP SAFETY DEVICES GUARDS SHIELDS AND SWITCHES ETC IN PLACE AND WORKING e REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE S e KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTI
8. IMPORTANT If removing the battery disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from its terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When re installing the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire to the POSITIVE terminal before connecting the NEGATIVE Black wire to the NEGATIVE terminal Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals reversing them could change the polarity and cause damage to your engine s alternator Jump Starting T WARNING Never jump start a damaged or frozen battery Be certain the vehicles do not touch and ignitions are off Do not allow cable clamps to touch e Connect positive cable to positive post of your tractor s discharged battery e Connect the other end of the cable to the positive post of the jumper battery Connect the second negative cable to the negative post of the jumper battery Make the final connection on the engine block of the stalled tractor away from the battery Attach to a unpainted part to assure a good connection IMPORTANT If the jumper battery is installed on a vehicle i e car truck do NOT start the vehicle s engine when jump starting your tractor 27 e Start the tractor as instructed on page 17 e Set the tractor s parking brake before removing the jumper cables in reverse order of connection Allow the tractor s engine to run for 15 minutes before shutting it off to allow the alternato
9. all Ground Clearance Turning Radius Weight approximate 3 0 gal 11 4 liters 50 75 oz 1 5 liters 0 5 2 mph 8 2 km h 0 2 3 mph 3 7 km h Kohler Courage SV540 Single 3 50 in 89 mm 3 38 in 86 mm 32 6 cubic in 535 cc 18 HP 13 4 kW 32 1 ft Ib 43 5 Nm 2200 RPM 8 5 1 3375 1500 75 030 76 12 volt Negative Ground 190 CCA sealed 15 Amp Regulated 20 Amp Incandescent Single Disc Dry 15x6x6 20x8x8 42 in 106 7 cm 46 in 116 8 cm 68 in 172 7 cm 45 in 114 3 cm 43 in 109 2 cm 4 5 in 11 4 cm 18 in 46 cm 498 Ib 225 9 kg 3 0 gal 11 4 liters 50 75 oz 1 5 liters 0 5 2 mph 8 2 km h 0 2 3 mph 3 7 km h Kohler Courage SV600 Single 3 70 in 94 mm 3 38 in 86 mm 36 4 cubic in 597 cc 20 HP 14 9 kW 36 9 ft Ib 50 0 Nm 2200 RPM 8 5 1 3375 RPM 2150 RPM 75 RPM 030 in 76 mm 12 volt Negative Ground 190 CCA sealed 15 Amp Regulated 20 Amp Incandescent Single Disc Dry 15x6x6 20x8x8 46 in 116 8 cm 46 in 116 8 cm 68 in 172 7 cm 48 in 127 9 cm 43 in 109 2 cm 4 5 in 11 4 cm 18 in 46 cm 501 Ib 227 25 kg Toro reserves the right to change product specifications design and standard equipment without notice and without incurring obligation Kohler s horsepower ratings exceed Society of Automo
10. ball joint on the right side Loosen the jam nut found on the drag link at the rear of the ball joint See Figure 14 Nut Joint Figure 14 21 e Remove the hex nut on the top of ball joint See Figure 14 e Thread the ball joint toward the jam nut to shorten the drag link Thread the ball joint away from the jam nut to lengthen the drag link Replace hex nut and lock washer and retighten the jam nut after proper adjustment is achieved NOTE Threading the ball joints too far onto the drag links will cause the front tires to toe in too far Proper toe in is between 1 16 and 5 16 Front tire toe in can be measured as follows Place the steering wheel in position for straight ahead travel Infront of the axle measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim Note the distance Behind the axle measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim Note the distance The measurement taken in front of the axle should be between 1 16 and 5 16 less than the measurement taken behind the axle e Adjust if necessary SECTION 9 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 31 for a reference of recommended maintenance intervals WARNING Before performing A maintenance or repairs disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting
11. hot Cleaning the Engine Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine especially the belts and pulleys 25 Lubrication WARNING Before lubricating repairing or A inspecting always disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Engine Refer to Engine on page 22 for instruction regarding all engine related lubrication Front Wheels Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with grease fitting See Lubricate with 251H EP grease or an equivalent No 2 multi purpose lithium grease after every 25 hours of tractor operation Rim Grease Fitting Figure 17 Pivot Points amp Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil SECTION 10 SERVICE Tires A The recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 psi for the rear tires and 14 psi for the front tires Do not overinflate Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly WARNING Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire Fuse A 20 amp fuse is installed in your tractor s wiring harness to protect the tractor s electrical system from damage caused by excessive amperage If the electrical system does not function o
12. in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the blade s and all moving parts have stopped Remove the ignition key to prevent unintended starting Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately five 5 seconds after operating the blade disengagement control If the blades do not stop within the this time frame your unit should be serviced professionally by a Toro Service Dealer Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation Adjust and service as required Check the blade s and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness Also visually inspect blade s for damage e g excessive wear bent cracked Replace the blade s with the original equipment manufacturer s O E M blade s only Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices Check their proper operation before each use After striking a foreign object stop the engine and remove the ignition key to prevent unintended starting T
13. may cause you to loose control e g tractor may speed up braking and steering ability are reduced attachment may jack knife and cause tractor to overturn CHILDREN 1 Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity They do not understand the dangers Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them a Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator b Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area c Before and while backing look behind and down for small children d Never carry children even with the blade s shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation e Use extreme care when approaching blind corners doorways shrubs trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into the machine f Toavoid back over accidents always disengage the cutting blade s before shifting into reverse The Reverse Caution Mode should not be used when children or others are around g Keepchildren away from hot or running engines They can suffer burns from a hot muffler h Remove key when machine is unattended to prevent unauthorized operation Never allow children under 14 years old to operate the machine Children 14 years old and over should read and understand th
14. on page 22 in through the threaded center hole IMPORTANT Stop pouring when the oil reaches the bottom of the threads and allow a minute or two for the oil to be absorbed by the filter material Puta drop of oil on your fingertip and apply a light coating to the gasket of the new oil filter e Install the replacement oil filter on the engine by turning it clockwise onto the filter adapter until the rubber gasket makes contact with the base Tighten the filter an additional 1 2 turn after the gasket first makes contact Re filling the Crankcase with Oil IMPORTANT The engine with oil filter has a capacity of 1 5 liters 50 75 oz Do NOT overfill Always check the level on the dipstick as instructed on page 22 before adding more oil NOTE For the proper oil type refer to the chart on page 22 of this manual e Clean the area around the oil fill tube to prevent debris from entering the crankcase Slowly pour oil into the fill tube Fill the crankcase until the oil level reaches the full F mark on the dipstick Refer to Figure 15 on Page 22 Reinstall the oil fill cap dipstick securely into the oil fill tube IMPORTANT The oil fill cap dipstick must be installed securely onto the tube at all times when the engine is operating Severe engine damage could result from a failure to do so e Start the tractor engine and allow it to run for thirty seconds then stop the engine and remove the ignition key Che
15. position of the key switch module See Figure 8 3 Depress the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON Orange Triangular Button at the top right corner of the key switch module The red indicator light at the top left corner of the key switch module will be ON while activated See Figure 8 4 Once activated indicator light ON the tractor can be driven in reverse with the cutting blades PTO a The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING position or STOP position b The operator leaves the seat Blade Engage lever in the engaged ON position 7 Reverse and place the shift lever into REVERSE The Indicat CHILDREN AROUND Push Button engine should stall aot gt BUTTON WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the C Reverse REVERSE aution Mode interlock system is malfunctioning This Stop CAUTION Mop af Positi MEER E osition system was designed for your safety and Position protection 4 Start Reverse Caution Mode Position The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades PTO engaged IMPORTANT Mowing in reverse is not recommended Figure 8 Starting the Engine WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the A interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection NOTE Refer to the TRACTOR SET UP on page 10 of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill up instructions
16. the deck idler pulleys e Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys including the deck idler pulleys e Route the new belt as shown in the figure below and retighten the deck idler pulleys Reinstall the belt guards removed earlier and remount the deck to the tractor e Route the belt around the engine pulley and reinstall the belt keeper rod s Changing the Lower Deck Belt Model LX460 only NOTE Several components must be removed in order to change the lower deck belt Model LX460 See a Toro Service Dealer to have this drive belt replaced SECTION 11 OFF SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 22 of this manual before storing for an extended period Engine If the engine will be out of service for two months or more use the following storage procedure Clean the exterior surfaces of the engine Change the oil and filter while the engine is still warm from operation Refer to Changing Engine Oil on page 23 The fuel system must be completely emptied or the gasoline must be treated with a fuel stabilizer such as STA BIL to prevent deterioration If you choose to use a stabilizer follow the manufacturers recommendations and add the correct amount for the capacity of the fuel system Fill the fuel tank with clean fresh gasoline Run the engine for 2 3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor 30 A A To empty the syste
17. Blades on page 26 of this manual for proper blade sharpening instructions SECTION 8 MAKING ADJUSTMENTS A WARNING Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running Seat Adjustment To adjust the position of the seat loosen the two knobs on the bottom of the seat See Figure 9 Slide the seat forward or rearward as desired Retighten the two knobs Figure 9 Leveling the Deck NOTE Check the tractor s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments Refer to Tires on page 26 for information regarding tire pressure Front To Rear The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that can adjusted to level the deck from front to rear The front of the deck should be between 1 4 inch and 3 8 inch lower than the rear of the deck Adjust if necessary as follows With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the deck lift lever in the top notch highest position and rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel with the tractor Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground The first measurement taken should be between 1 4 and 3 8 less than the second measurement Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed if necessary to the next step From the front of the tractor loosen the outermost hex lock nut on the end of the deck hanger rod See
18. ON OF ALL CONTROLS e BE SURE BLADE S AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE S e BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR S POSITION DISENGAGE BLADE S ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE SHUT OFF AND REMOVE KEY READ OPERATOR S MANUAL SECTION 3 INSTRUCTIONAL LABELS Instructional labels found on your lawn tractor are illustrated below 3 4 actual size Always follow their instructions and heed their warnings If you discover a label is scratched damaged or missing order a replacement immediately 1 DISENGAGE BLADES PTO POWER TAKE OFF 2 ENGAGE THE TRACTOR S PARKING BRAKE 3 ACTIVATE THE CHOKE CONTROL 4 TURN KEY TO START ENGINE AFTER START RELEASE KEY amp DEACTIVATE CHOKE BY PLACING THROTTLE TO FAST RABBIT POSITION OPERATING MODES NORMAL MOWING YOU MUST DISENGAGE BLADES PTO POWER OFF BEFORE TRAVELING IN REVERSE REVERSE CAUTION MODE 1 TURN KEY TO REVERSE CAUTION MODE POSITION 2 DEPRESS REVERSE PUSH BUTTON RED INDICATOR LIGHT ON WHEN RED LIGHT IS ON MACHINE CAN BE OPERATED IN REVERSE WITH MOWER BLADES ENGAGED IMPORTANT MOWING IN REVERSE IS NOT RECOMMENDED 3 AFTER RESUMING FORWARD OPERATION RETURN KEY TO NORMAL MOWING POSITION NOTE IN BOTH MODES WHEN OPERATOR LEAVES SEAT ENGINE WILL STOP UNLESS PARKING BRAKE IS SET AND BLADES ARE DISENGAGED m oFF L nd s PTO BLADE ENGAGE PARKING CRUISE sb CONT
19. ROL m BRAKE CONTROL PEDAL DEPRESS DEPRESS SPEED BRAKE PEDAL CONTROL PEDAL PRESS PEDAL DOWN PUSH PARKING TO DESIRED SPEED TO INCREASE SPEED BRAKE LEVER PUSH CRUISE DOWN AND CONTROL LEVER LX420 RELEASE PEDAL DOWN AND RELEASE D TO LOCK PEDAL PRESS SPEED CONTROL TO RELEASE W Upper Belt OW Lower Belt LX460 SLOPE GAUGE SECTION 4 lt Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree y WW lt q or a corner of a building amp a fence post ODD DM A t NLA bul NTN Qu m Yr SECTION 5 TRACTOR SET UP Gas and Oil Fill up Use only clean fresh under 30 days old unleaded gasoline Fill tank to no more than 1 2 inch below the top of the filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion WARNING Use extreme care when A handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition before filling the fuel tank Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manufacturer s Operator Owner Manual packed with your tractor Read instructions carefully Attaching The Steering Wheel Tools Required 1 1 2 socket wrench 1 The hardware for attaching the steering wheel has been packed within the steering wheel beneath steering w
20. Remove the rear gauge wheels by removing the lock nuts and shoulder screws which secure them to the deck c Place the deck lift handle in the desired mowing height setting d Insert the shoulder screw with the rear gauge wheel into the index hole that leaves approximately 1 2 between the bottom of the wheel and the pavement See Figure 5 Lock Nut Gauge Wheel Shoulder Screw Figure 5 Note the position of the index hole used then install the other rear gauge wheel into the corresponding index hole of the other gauge wheel brackets gauge wheels have excessive clearance with the surface below lower the wheels to the index hole that provides the approximate 1 2 clearance as described above Refer to Leveling the Deck on page 19 of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments SECTION 6 KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR A B C D E F AMNES NOTE Steering Wheel not shown for clarity Figure 6 Systems Indicator Monitor Hour Meter PTO Blade Engage Lever Parking Brake Lever Cruise Control Lever Shift Lever Cup Holder Throttle Choke Control Ignition Switch Module Brake Pedal Drive Pedal Deck Lift Lever c ro NOTE Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator s position Throttle Choke Control The throt
21. allowing the hooks on the deck to release themselves from the deck stabilizer rod Gently slide the cutting deck from the right side out from underneath the tractor Changing The Transmission Drive Belt NOTE Several components must be removed and special tools i e air impact wrench used in order to change the tractor s transmission drive belt See a Toro Service Dealer to have your drive belt replaced 28 Changing the Deck Belt WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off engage the parking brake and remove the ignition key to prevent unintended starting before removing the belt WARNING Avoid the possibility of a A pinching injury Do not place your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt and a pulley while removing the belt All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of wear are present IMPORTANT The V belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely A substitute non OEM V belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely For a proper working machine use factory approved belts To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor proceed as follows Remove the belt keeper rod s from around the engine pulley e Remove the cutting deck as instructed earlier in this section e Remove the belt covers by removing the screws that fasten them to the deck Refer to the figure on the following page Loosen but do not remove
22. ay from your vehicle before filling c When practical remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle d Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device e Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition f Neverfuel machine indoors g Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool atleast two minutes before refueling h Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than1 2 inch below the bottom of the filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion i Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely j If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equipment Move unit to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine k Toreduce fire hazards keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris l Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame spark or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances m Allow a machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing GENERAL SERVICE 1 A Never run an engine indoors or
23. bed in MTD Consumer Group Inc s application for certification The warranty period begins on the date the lawn mower is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service The warranty period is two years Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below the warranty on emission related parts is as follows 1 Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection 4 below Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period 2 Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period 3 Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the period of time before the first scheduled replacement date for that part If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection 4 below Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder
24. brake fully depress the brake pedal and push the parking brake lever down Hold the lever down while taking your foot off the brake pedal Both the parking lever and the brake pedal will then stay depressed To release the parking brake depress the brake pedal slightly The parking brake lever will then return to its original position IMPORTANT Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended Parking Brake Lever To set the parking SECTION 7 OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR Safety Interlock System A WARNING Use extreme caution while This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system operating the tractor in the REVERSE for the protection of the operator Before each use CAUTION MODE Always look down and check the safety interlock system for proper operation behind before and while backing Do not Ifthe interlock system should ever malfunction do not operate the tractor when children OF others operate the tractor Contact a Toro service dealer are around Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brakeis use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE engaged and the PTO Blade Engage lever is in IMPORTANT The operator MUST be seated in the the disengaged OFF position To check for proper tractor seat operation move the PTO Blade Engage lever into the engaged ON position and release the parking
25. ck the oil level and add oil if necessary Do not overfill the engine crankcase Examine the area around the base of the oil fill tube the oil filter adapter and the oil drain valve for leaks before operating the tractor IMPORTANT If leaks are present have your engine serviced by your Toro dealer before operating the tractor Air Filter The engine is equipped with a replaceable high density paper air cleaner element and an oiled foam precleaner Always examine the air cleaner before starting the engine Check for a buildup of dirt and debris around the air cleaner system Keep this area clean Also check for loose or damaged components Replace all bent or damaged air cleaner components NOTE Starting the tractor with loose or damaged air cleaner components could allow unfiltered air into the engine causing premature wear and failure Precleaner Wash and re oil the precleaner every 25 hours of operation if equipped more often under extremely dusty or dirty conditions Loosen the air cleaner cover knob and remove the cover Remove the precleaner Wash the precleaner in warm water with detergent Rinse the precleaner thoroughly until all traces of detergent are eliminated Squeeze out excess water do not wring Allow the precleaner to air dry e Saturate the precleaner with new engine oil Squeeze out all excess oil e Reinstall the precleaner into the upper section of the air cleaner cover Reins
26. cutting edges parallel to the trailing edge at a 25 to 30 angle VONT Damaged Blade Edge Seperation Figure 19 IMPORTANT If the cutting edge of the blade has already been sharpened or if any metal separation is present replace the blades with new ones It is important that each cutting blade edge be ground equally to maintain proper blade balance A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration and may cause damage to the tractor and result in personal injury IMPORTANT When replacing the blade be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked Bottom or with a part number stamped in it facing the ground when the mower is in the operating position IMPORTANT Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 Ibs ft and 90 Ibs ft Battery A California Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling The battery is sealed and is maintenance free Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive build up e After cleaning the battery and terminals apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the positive terminal to prevent shorting
27. d with one of Toro s quality cutting decks The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor A WARNING To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area WARNING Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of materials toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator Do not mow at high ground speed especially if a mulch kit or grass collector is installed For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center After the first two laps reverse the direction to throw the discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting This will give a better appearance to the lawn Do not cut the grass too short Short grass invites weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather e Mowing should always be done with the engine at full throttle e Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back over the cut area a second time to get a clean cut Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and extremely tall grass Your tractor is designed to mow lawns NOT clear brush e Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn Refer to Cutting
28. disengage the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete stop Place the shift lever in the REVERSE position and depress the drive pedal Engaging the Parking Brake To engage the parking brake Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it while gently pushing the parking brake lever downward e Hold the parking brake lever down while removing your foot from the brake pedal Once engaged the parking brake lever and the brake pedal will lock in the down position To disengage the parking brake e Slightly depress the brake pedal NOTE The parking brake must be engaged if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off Engaging the Blades Engaging the PTO Blade Engage transfers power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments To engage the blades proceed as follows e Move the throttle choke control to the FAST rabbit position e Grasp the PTO Blade Engage lever and pivot it all the way forward into the engaged ON position e Keep the throttle choke control in the FAST rabbit position for the most efficient use of the cutting deck or other separately available attachments IMPORTANT The engine will automatically shut off if the PTO is engaged with the shift lever in position for reverse travel and the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position Refer to Safety Interlock System on page 16 A This tractor is equippe
29. e 8111 LYNDALE AVE SOUTH BLOOMINGTON MINNESOTA 55420 1196 TOLL FREE PHONE NUMBER 1 888 384 9942 USA TOLL FREE PHONE NUMBER 1 888 848 4073 Canada THE TORO COMPANY Copy the serial number here CUSTOMER SUPPORT Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer without first contacting Customer Support If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below Visit www toro com for many useful suggestions Click on Customer Care in the Homeowners section of the Toro Solutions Center and help is immediately available Count on it Site Search Oco Golf Course Management Professional Contractor Sports Fields amp Grounds Irrigation Solutions Toro Solutions Center Toro offers a variety of online tools to customers who currently own or are interested in purchasing a Toro product Refer to the list below for the tools available to Homeowner customers If you have questions concerning your tractor please call us at 1 888 384 9942 U S or 1 888 848 4073 Canada SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES A A A A WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this
30. e stop engine and wait until the blade s come to a complete stop before removing grass catcher emptying grass unclogging chute removing any grass or debris or making any adjustments Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blade s place transmission in neutral set parking brake stop engine and remove key before dismounting Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck This unit should not be driven up or down ramp s because the unit could tip over causing serious personal injury The unit must be pushed manually on ramp s to load or unload properly Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches wires door openings etc where the operator may be struck or pulled from the unit which could result in serious injury Disengage all attachment clutches depress the brake pedal completely and shift into neutral before attempting to start engine Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 10 Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall dry grass e g pasture or piles of dry leaves Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and or build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard Use only accessories and attachments approved for this machine by the machine manufacturer Read understand and follow all instructi
31. e operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent TOWING 1 Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towed equipment except atthe hitch point Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments e g loaded dump cart lawn roller etc on slopes greater than 5 degrees When going down hill the extra weight tends to push the tractor and may cause you to loose control e g tractor may speed up braking and steering ability are reduced attachment may jack knife and cause tractor to overturn 5 Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop 6 Onslopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control 7 Donotshift to neutral and coast downhill SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE 1 To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately a Useonly an approved gasoline container b Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground aw
32. em is not generating sufficient amperage Refer to the MAINTENANCE section of this manual for the proper battery charging procedure or have the charging system checked by an authorized Toro Service Dealer PTO Blade Engage Lever ON f may Fon OFFL PTO PTO BLADE ENGAGE The PTO Blade Engage lever is located on the left side of the dash next to the steering wheel Move the PTO Blade Engage lever forward to engage the power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments move the PTO Blade Engage lever rearward to disengage the power to the attachments NOTE The PTO Blade Engage lever must be in the disengaged OFF position when starting the engine Cruise Control ERES Lever L The cruise control L lever is located on the tractor dash panel below the steering wheel Push the cruise control lever downward while traveling forward at a desired speed While holding the lever down release pressure from the drive pedal This will engage the cruise control and allow the tractor to remain at that speed without applying pressure to the drive pedal Depress the brake pedal or the drive pedal to deactivate cruise control Refer to page 18 for detailed instructions regarding cruise control NOTE Cruise control can NOT be engaged at the tractor s fastest ground speed If the operator should attempt to do so the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed
33. eyes 9 Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be caught in movable parts Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals 10 Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its proper place 11 Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blade s can amputate hands and feet 12 A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries 13 Stop the blade s when crossing gravel drives walks or roads and while not cutting grass 14 Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways This machine is not intended for use on any public roadway 15 Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs 16 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light 17 Never carry passengers 18 Disengage blade s before shifting into reverse Back up slowly Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back over accident material to ricochet back toward the operator 8 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Slow down before turning Operate the machine smoothly Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed Disengage blade s set parking brak
34. found on the right side of the cutting deck See Figure 4 e While holding the discharge chute with your left hand remove the shipping brace with your right hand by grasping it between your thumb and index finger and rotating it clockwise Figure 4 WARNING The shipping brace used for packaging purposes only must be removed and discarded before operating your riding mower WARNING The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects Failure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could result in serious personal injury and or property damage Setting the Gauge Wheels Tools Required 2 9 16 wrenches Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height notches on the right fender Adjust the deck wheels so that they are between 14 inch 12 inch above the ground as follows WARNING Keep hands and feet away A from the discharge opening of the cutting deck Place the tractor on a firm and level surface preferably pavement refer to Figure 5 and proceed as follows Place the tractor s deck lift handle in the normally desired mowing height setting then check the gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance with the surface below There should be approximately 1 2 clearance e Ifthe wheels contact the surface adjust as follows a Raise the deck lift handle to its highest setting b
35. g s as necessary e Liftthetractor s hood and locate the spark plug wire on the front right area of the engine Carefully pull the spark plug wire boot off of the spark plug Before removing the spark plug clean the area around the base of the plug to keep dirt and debris out of the engine e Using a ratchet with a 5 8 inch spark plug socket remove the spark plug and check its condition Replace the plug if worn dirty or damaged Reuse only after resetting the gap as instructed NOTE Do not clean the spark plug using an abrasive grit Some grit could remain in the spark plug and enter the engine causing extensive wear and damage e Check the gap using a feeler gauge and adjust if necessary by carefully bending the ground electrode See Figure 16 Set the spark plug gap to 76 mm 0 030 in Feeler Gauge Spark Plug Ground Electrode Figure 16 Reinstall the spark plug into the cylinder head Torque the spark plug to 38 0 43 4 N m 28 32 ft Ib Place the spark plug wire boot over the spark plug and press until you feel it click in place Fuel Filter A The engine is equipped with an inline fuel filter located on the right side of the engine Visually inspect the filter periodically for a build up of residue inside the filter body and for a dirty element which can be indicated by discoloration Replace the fuel filter when dirty WARNING Do not replace the fuel filter when engine is
36. greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this warranty You assume the risk and liability for loss damage or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product This limited warranty shall not extend lo anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift HOW LOCAL LAWS RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary in different jurisdictions Customer Care Department of The Toro Warranty Company 8111 Lyndale Ave South Bloomington MN 55420 1196 or call US 1 888 384 9942 Canada 1 888 848 4073 www toro com
37. heel cap Carefully pry off the steering wheel cap and remove the hardware 2 With the wheels of the tractor pointing straight forward place the steering wheel over the steering shaft 3 Place the washer with the cupped side down over the steering shaft and secure with the hex bolt See Figure 1 Figure 1 4 Place the steering wheel cap over the center of the steering wheel and push downward until it clicks into place Attaching the Battery Cables Tools Required 1 7 16 wrench WARNING California Proposition 65 A Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling NOTE Your tractors battery cables may have already be attached at the factory NOTE The positive battery terminal is marked Pos The negative battery terminal is marked Neg The positive cable heavy red wire is secured to the positive battery terminal with a hex bolt and hex nut at the factory Make certain that the rubber boot covers the terminal to help protect it from corrosion Remove the hex bolt and hex nut from the negative cable Remove the black plastic cover if present from the negative battery terminal and attach the negative cable heavy black wire to the negative battery terminal with the bolt and hex nut Make certain the hold down rod is in posi
38. horoughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before starting and operating Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For safety protection frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer s O E M parts only Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary i e when scratched damaged or missing Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment WARNING YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who agree to read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine SECTION 2 SAFETY LABELS Safety labels found on your lawn tractor are illustrated below 3 4 actual size Always follow their instructions and heed their warnings If you discover a safety label is scratched damaged or missing order a replacement immediately ug DANGER 2 010 SERIOUS INJURY OR DEA KEEP HANDS AND
39. hout first stopping and re checking the oil level Fil the crankcase until the oil level reaches the full F mark on the dipstick See Figure above Refer to the oil viscosity chart earlier in this section for information regarding the proper type of oil to add to the crankcase IMPORTANT The engine with oil filter has a capacity of 1 5 liters 50 75 oz Never overfill the engine crankcase IMPORTANT The engine may overheat and or damage may result if the oil level is below the ADD or over the FULL on the dipstick Reinstall the oil fill cap dipstick securely onto the oil fill tube IMPORTANT The oil fill cap dipstick must be installed securely onto the tube at all times when the engine is operating Severe engine damage could result from failure to do so Changing the Engine Oil The engine oil and oil filter should be changed after the first 24 hours of operation and after every 50 hours of operation thereafter WARNING If the engine has been recently A run the engine muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin Allow the tractor to cool and use caution when removing IMPORTANT The oil filter should be changed at every oil change interval To complete an oil change proceed as follows Draining the Oil Run the engine for a few minutes to allow the oil in the crankcase to warm up Warm oil will flow more freely and carry away more of the engine sediment which
40. is section Driving The Tractor WARNING Avoid sudden starts A cessive speed and sudden stops ex WARNING Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position depressing the brake pedal and engaging the parking brake If leaving the tractor unattended also turn the ignition key off and remove the key Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake and let the pedal up Move the throttle choke control into the FAST rabbit position IMPORTANT Do NOT use the shift lever to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion Always use the brake pedal to bring the tractor to a complete stop before shifting move forward place the shift lever in the FORWARD position then slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved move in reverse place the shift lever in the REVERSE position check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress the drive pedal Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 9 to help determine slopes where you may operate the tractor safely WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a A slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury Mow up and down slopes NEVER across Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes e Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or
41. lifting it out of the oil fill tube e Wipe the dipstick clean before pushing it all the way back into the oil fill tube Withdraw the dipstick to check the oil level Refer to figure at right Always keep the oil level at or near the FULL mark on the dipstick If the oil is low add oil of the proper type up to the FULL mark Always re check the oil level with the dipstick before adding more oil 22 TOL OIL VISCOSITY CHART Temperature Change STENT Before Next Oil Change Use of synthetic oil having 5W 20 or 5W 30 rating is acceptable up to 4 C 40 F Synthetic oils will provide better starting in extreme cold below 23 C 10 F IMPORTANT Never operate the engine with the oil level below the ADD mark or above the FULL mark on the dipstick After checking the oil lev el and adding oil if nec essary reinstall the oil fill cap dipstick by insert ing it into the oil fill tube Operating Range Adding Oil If after checking the oil level you find the dipstick reads ADD proceed as follows e Place the tractor on a level surface and engage the parking brake Stop the tractor engine and remove the ignition key e Clean the area around the oil fill cap and fill tube to prevent debris from entering the crankcase e Remove the oil fill cap dipstick from the oil fill tube and SLOWLY pour oil into the oil fill tube Do NOT pour more than 6 oz of oil at a time wit
42. m run the engine until the tank and system are empty WARNING Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors away from an open flame Allow engine to cool Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel Remove the spark plug Add one tablespoon of engine oil into the spark plug hole Install the plug but do not reconnect the plug wire Crank the engine two or three revolutions Store the engine in a clean dry place WARNING Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as on water heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliance SECTION 12 MAINTENANCE CHART Clean Hood Dash Louvers Before Each Use After Initial 24 Hours Every 10 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every Season Prior to Storing Check Engine Oil Level Clean and Re oil Air Filter s Foam Precleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil amp Filter VS Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Axles and Rims Clean Engine Cooling Fins lt lt Lube Pedal Pivot Points Check Spark Plug lt 44 lt Check Safety Interlock System 31 SECTION 13 TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause s Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO Blade Engage lever engaged Parking brake not engaged Spark plug
43. machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol heed its warning DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this man ual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death WARNING This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your Toro service dealer or contact Toro at 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington IN 55420 0019 California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm
44. may have settled at the bottom of the crankcase Use care to avoid burns from hot oil Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port See Figure 15 e Remove the oil fill cap dipstick from the oil fill tube Push the oil drain hose packed with this manual onto the oil drain port Route the opposite end of the hose into an appropriate oil collection container with a capacity great enough to collect the used oil approximately 2 5 liters e Push the oil drain valve in slightly then rotate counterclockwise and pull outward to begin draining oil After the oil has finished draining push the oil drain valve back in rotate it clockwise to lock the valve closed and re cap the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering the drain port IMPORTANT Always change the oil filter when performing an oil change on your tractor s engine 23 Dipstick 4 f Nak e 2 CM a Oil Filter Oil Drain Hose Figure 15 Changing the Oil Filter After draining the oil proceed as follows Before removing the old oil filter clean around its base to prevent debris from entering the crankcase e Grasp the oil filter and remove it from the filter adapter by turning it counterclockwise Place anew replacement filter in a shallow pan with the open end up and pour new oil of the proper type see chart
45. neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting To start the engine insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position Release the key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired To stop the engine turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position See Figure 7 Normal Mowing Mode REVERs CAUTION Stop Position Start Position Figure 7 IMPORTANT Prior to operating the tractor refer to both Safety Interlock Switches on page 16 and Starting The Engine on page 17 of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE C Ground speed is also controlled u with the drive pedal The further down the pedal is depressed the faster the tractor will travel The pedal will return to its original position when released Drive Pedal The drive pedal is located below the brake pedal on the right front side of the tractor along the running board Depress the drive pedal with your right foot when the tractor shift lever is in either FORWARD or REVERSE to cause the tractor to move Systems Indicator Monitor Hour Meter Parking Brake Blade Engage fte LCD Located in the center of the tractor s console the systems indicator monitor records and displays on its LCD hours of tractor
46. of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part 4 Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner 5 Notwithstanding the provisions herein warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject engines or equipment 6 The lawn mower owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective emission related warranted part provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station 7 MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part 8 Throughout the lawn mower warranty period stated above MTD Consumer Group Inc will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for such parts 9 Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner Such use will not reduce the warranty obligations of MTD Consumer Group Inc 10 Add on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used The use of any non exempted add on or modified parts by the ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims MTD Consumer Group Inc will not be liable to wa
47. ons provided with the approved accessory or attachment Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact a Toro Service Dealer for assistance SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it For your safety use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge do not operate this unit on that area or serious injury could result DO 1 Mow up and down slopes not across Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 2 Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles 3 Use slow speed Choose a low enough speed setting so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly Always keep machine in gear
48. operation whenever the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position The Indicator Monitor will also remind the operator of maintenance intervals for changing the engine oil The LCD will alternately flash the recorded hours CHG and OIL for five minutes after every 50 hours of recorded operation elapse The maintenance interval lasts for two hours from 50 52 100 102 150 152 etc The LCD will also flash as described above for five minutes every time the tractor s engine has been started during this maintenance interval Before the interval expires change the crankcase oil level as instructed in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual Brake If the Brake light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor s engine depress the brake pedal PTO Blade Engage If the PTO light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor s engine move the PTO lever into the disengaged OFF position 011 It is normal for the Oil light to illuminate while the engine is cranking during start up but if it illuminate s during operation while the engine is running stop the tractor immediately and check the crankcase oil level as instructed in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual Battery It is normal for the Battery light to illuminate while the engine is cranking during start up but if it illuminate s during operation while the engine is running the battery is in need of a charge or the engine s charging syst
49. ory or attachment not approved by Toro for use with the product s covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage In addition Toro may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter or any part thereof is altered modified disconnected or otherwise tampered with HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTENANCE RECORDS through your local authorized service dealer To locate the dealer in your area In the U S A or Canada Check your Yellow Pages or contact The Customer Care Department The Toro Warranty Company at 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington MN 55420 1196 call in the U S 1 888 384 9942 In Canada 1 888 848 4073 or log on to our website at www toro com The Toro Company MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR LAWN amp GARDEN TRACTORS Without limiting the foregoing this limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a The engine or component parts thereof These items may carry a separate manufacturer s warranty Refer to applicable manufacturer s warranty for terms and conditions b Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure c Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer d Toro does not extend any warranty for products
50. other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles e Avoid turns when driving on a slope If a turn must be made turn down the slope Turning up a slope greatly increases the chance of a roll over e Avoid stopping when driving up a slope If it is necessary to stop while driving up a slope start up smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor over backward Setting The Cruise Control NOTE The cruise control feature should only be utilized while traveling in the forward direction Slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved e Lightly depress the cruise control lever While continuing to hold the cruise lever down lift your foot from the drive pedal you should feel the cruise latch engage Once engaged the cruise control lever and the drive pedal will lock in the down position and the tractor will maintain the same forward speed NOTE Cruise control can not be set at the tractor s fastest ground speed If the operator should attempt to do so the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed Disengage the cruise control using one of the following methods Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and stop the tractor Lightly depress the drive pedal To change to the reverse direction when operating with cruise control depress the brake pedal to
51. r time to charge the discharged battery Charging If the unit has not been put into use for an extended period of time charge the battery with an automotive type 12 volt charger for a minimum of one hour at a maximum of six amps WARNING Batteries give off an explosive A gas while charging Charge battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances Cutting Deck Removal To remove the cutting deck proceed as follows Place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position and engage the parking brake Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender e Remove the hairpin clip that secures the PTO cable to the rear of the cutting deck See Figure 20 Remove the PTO cable and accompanying spring from the cutting deck Figure 20 Remove the deck belt from around the tractor s engine pulley Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor locate the deck support pin on the rear left side of the deck Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from the deck lift arm See Figure 21 Figure 21 Repeat the above steps on the tractor s right side e Move the deck lift lever into the top notch to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front of the tractor
52. r your tractor s engine will not crank first check to be certain that the fuse has not blown It can be found under the hood mounted between the dash panel and fuel tank on the right hand support bar IMPORTANT Always use a 20 amp fuse for replacement WARNING Before servicing repairing or inspecting always disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Cutting Blades A WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off and remove the ignition key to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting blade s for sharpening or replacement Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when grasping the blade WARNING Periodically inspect the blade adapter and or spindle for cracks or damage especially if you strike a foreign object Replace immediately if damaged A The blades may be removed as follows Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Cutting Deck Removal on page 27 then carefully flip the deck over to expose its underside Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer See Figure 18 e Usea 1 1 8 wrench to remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the spindle assembly See Figure 18 26 m Wood Block Hex Flange Nut Spindle Assembly Figure 18 To properly sharpen the cutting blades remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the
53. reset the gap Idles poorly Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too wide Dirty air cleaner Replace spark plug Set plug gap Replace air cleaner element or clean pre cleaner Excessive vibration Cutting blade loose or unbalanced Damaged or bent cutting blade Tighten blade and spindle Balance blade Replace blade Mower will not mulch grass Engine speed too low Wet grass Excessively high grass Dull blade Place throttle in FAST rabbit position Do not mow when grass is wet wait until later to cut Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath Sharpen or replace blade Uneven cut Deck not balanced properly Dull blade Uneven tire pressure Perform side to side deck adjustment Sharpen or replace blade Check tire pressure in all four tires 32 SECTION 14 SPECIFICATIONS LX420 LX460 Capacities Fuel Tank Engine Crankcase w filter Constant Velocity Transmission Forward Speed Reverse Speed Engine Air cooled 4 cycle Make Model Cylinders Bore Stroke Displacement Power 3600 RPM Maximum Torque Compression Ratio Engine Speed governed Low Speed Spark Plug Gap Electrical System System Voltage Battery Alternator Fuse automotive type Headlights Brakes Turf Tires Front inches Rear inches Dimensions Cutting Width Deck Wheelbase Length over all Width over all Height over
54. rrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non exempted add on or modified part WARRANTED PARTS The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group Inc demonstrates that the lawn mower has been abused neglected or improperly maintained and that such abuse neglect or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part That notwithstanding any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed and properly operating adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage The following emission warranty parts list are covered Fuel Line Fuel Line Clamps TORO IMPORTANT To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the servicing dealer Please see the operator s manual for information on required maintenance and service intervals The limited warranty set forth below is given by The Toro Company Toro and The Toro Warranty Company pursuant to an agreement between them with respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in the United States and or its territories and possessions and by Toro with respect to new merchandise purchased or leased and used in Canada and or its territories and possession Toro warrants this product excluding its Normal Wear Parts and Batteries as de
55. scribed below against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two 2 years or eighty 80 operation hours whichever comes first commencing on the date of original retail purchase or lease and will at its option repair or replace free of charge any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty 30 days from the date of original purchase or lease Normal wear parts include but are not limited to items such as belts blades blade adapters grass bags rider deck wheels seats and tires Batteries have a one year prorated limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship with 100 replacement during the first three months After three months the battery replacement credit is based on the months remaining in the twelve 12 month period dating back to the original date of original sale or lease Any replacement battery will be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty period This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident improper maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part access
56. sold or exported outside of the United States and or Canada and their respective possessions and territories except those sold through Toro s authorized channels of export distribution e Replacement parts and or accessories that are not genuine Toro parts f Transportation charges and service calls g Toro does not warrant this product for commercial use There are no implied warranties including without limitation any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose No warranties shall apply after the applicable period of express written warranty above No other express warranties beyond those mentioned above given by any person or entity including a dealer or retailer with respect to any product shall bind Toro The exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above The terms of this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale and or lease of the products covered hereby Toro shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential loss or damage including without limitation expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind be
57. tall the air cleaner cover and tighten the knob s securely 24 Service Paper Element The paper element should be replaced at least once a season or every 100 hours of operation Replace more frequently if the tractor is operated under extremely dusty conditions To replace the paper element proceed as follows Loosen the air cleaner cover knob s and remove the cover Remove the air cleaner element with precleaner Remove the precleaner from the element and service as instructed earlier in this section IMPORTANT Do not wash the paper element or use pressurized air as this will damage the element Examine the element and discard if dirt and or damage is present NOTE Handle new element carefully do not use if the sealing surfaces are bent or damaged e loose dirt or debris fell on the air cleaner base when the element was removed carefully remove it and wipe the base clean Be careful that none of it drops into the intake e Check the air cleaner base Make sure it is secured and not damaged Also check the air cleaner cover for damage or improper fit Replace all damaged air cleaner components e Install the precleaner over the new paper element and reinstall the element e On single cylinder models reinstall the cover and tighten the knobs securely Spark Plug Once a season o r every 100 hours of operation remove the spark plug s check condition and reset the gap or replace with a new plu
58. tion over the battery securing it in place See Figure 2 9 Hold Down Rod Hex Nut Hex Bolt Figure 2 NOTE f the battery is put into service after the date shown on top side of battery charge the battery as instructed on page 27 of this manual prior to operating the tractor Tire Pressure 1 WARNING Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 psi Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times The tires on your unit may be over inflated for shipping purposes Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor Recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 p s i for the rear tires amp 14 p s i for the front tires Check sidewall of tire for maximum p s i Attaching The Seat 1 Remove the two knobs from the bottom of seat 2 Position the shoulder screws found on the base of the seat inside the slot openings in the seat pivot bracket 3 Slide the seat slightly rearward in the seat pivot bracket lining up the rear slots in the pivot bracket with the remaining two holes in the seat s base 4 Select desired position for the seat and secure with the two knobs removed earlier See Figure 3 Figure 3 Shipping Brace Removal WARNING Make sure the riding mower s engine is off set the parking brake and remove the ignition key before removing the shipping brace A Locate the shipping brace if present and warning tag
59. tive Engineers Small Engine Test Code J1940 Actual engine horsepower is lower and affected by but not limited to accessories air cleaner exhaust charging cooling fuel pump etc application engine speed and ambient operating conditions temperature humidity and altitude 33 34 CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2006 lawn mower In California new lawn mower must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the EECS on your lawn mower for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your lawn mower Your EECS may include parts such as the carburetor fuel injection system the ignition system catalytic converter fuel tanks fuel lines fuel caps valves canisters filters vapor hoses clamps connectors and other associated emission related components Where a warrantable condition exists MTD Consumer Group Inc will repair your lawn mower at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE This evaporative emission control system is warranted for two years If an
60. tle choke control is located on the right side of the tractor s dash panel This lever controls the speed of the engine and when pushed all the way forward the choke control also When set in a given position the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed IMPORTANT When operating the tractor with the cutting deck engaged be certain that the throttle choke control is always in the FAST rabbit position Brake Pedal The brake pedal is located on the right front side of the tractor above the drive pedal along the running board The brake pedal can be used for sudden stops or setting the parking brake NOTE The brake pedal must be fully depressed to activate the safety interlock switch when starting the tractor Shift Lever The shift lever is located on the left side of the fender and has three positions FORWARD NEUTRAL and REVERSE The brake pedal must be depressed and the tractor must not be in motion when the moving shift lever IMPORTANT Never force the shift lever Doing so may result in serious damage to the tractor s transmission Deck Lift Lever Found on your tractor s right fender the deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck To use move the lever to the left then place in the notch best suited for your application Choke Position Ignition Switch Module WARNING Never leave a running machine A unattended Always disengage PTO move shift lever into
61. ustment WARNING Never attempt to adjust the A brakes while the engine is running Always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed or if the tractor s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied the brake is in need of adjustment The brake disc can be found on the right side of the transmission in the rear of the tractor Adjust if necessary as follows e Looking at the transmission from the right side of the tractor locate the compression spring and brake disc See Figure 13 Brake Puck Hex Nut Figure 13 Loosen but do NOT remove the hex nut found on the right side of the brake assembly See Figure 13 e Insert a feeler gauge set at 011 between the brake disk and the brake puck NOTE f a feeler gauge is unavailable a typical business card is approximately 011 thick Retighten the hex nut loosened earlier leaving a 011 gap between the brake disc and the brake puck Steering Adjustment If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear the steering drag links may need to be adjusted Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths are threaded into the ball joint on the left side and the
62. when going down slopes to take advantage of engine braking action 4 Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability 5 Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine 6 Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Rapid transmission engagement or braking could cause the front of the machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could cause serious injury 7 Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blade s and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT 1 Donotturn on slopes unless necessary then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible 2 Do mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff ditch or if an edge caves in 3 Donottry to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground 4 Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes 5 Donot mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding 6 Donotshift to neutral and coast downhill Doing so may cause the operator to lose control of the machine resulting in serious injury or death 7 Donottow heavy pull behind attachments e g loaded dump cart lawn roller etc on slopes greater than 5 degrees When going down hill the extra weight tends to push the tractor and
63. wire disconnected Throttle choke control not in correct starting position Choke not activated Fuel tank empty or stale fuel Blocked fuel line Faulty spark plug Engine flooded Place PTO Blade Engage lever in OFF position Engage parking brake Connect wire to spark plug Move Throttle Choke Control into CHOKE position Move Throttle Choke Control into CHOKE position Fill tank with clean fresh less than 30 days old gas Clean fuel line or replace fuel filter Clean adjust gap or replace plug Crank engine with throttle in FAST position Engine runs erratic Unit running with CHOKE activated Spark plug wire s loose Blocked fuel line or stale fuel Vent in gas cap plugged Water or dirt in fuel system Dirty air cleaner Move Throttle Choke Control out of CHOKE position Connect and tighten spark plug wire s Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace fuel filter if so equipped Clear vent or replace cap if damaged Drain fuel tank Refill with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam precleaner Engine overheats Engine oil level low Air flow restricted Fill crankcase with proper capacity and weight of oil Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine s cooling fins and blower housing Engine hesitates at high RPM Spark plug gap too close Remove spark plug and
64. y evaporative emission related part on your equipment is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the lawn mower owner you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner s manual MTD Consumer Group Inc recom mends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your lawn mower but MTD Consumer Group Inc cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts As the lawn mower owner you should however be aware that MTD Consumer Group Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your lawn mower or a part has failed due to abuse neglect or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for presenting your lawn mower to MTD Consumer Group Inc s distribution center or service center as soon as the problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage you should contact the MTD Consumer Group Inc Service Department at 1 800 800 7310 GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE MTD Consumer Group Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the lawn mower is Designed built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations and free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the failure of a warranted part to be identical in all material respects to that part as descri

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