Toro 71430, 71432 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. Figure 15 e Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port See Figure 15 21 e 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 of no less than 64 oz e Push the oil drain valve in slightly then rotate counterclockwise and pull outward to begin draining oil See Figure 15 e Service the oil filter as instructed in the separate Kohler Engines Owner s Manual packed with your unit Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has finished draining e Refill the engine with new motor oil IMPORTANT Refer to the Kohler Engines Owner s Manual packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity and proper weight of motor oil Air Cleaner Service the pre cleaner if so equipped and cartridge air cleaner element as instructed in the Kohler Engines Owner s Manual packed with your unit Spark Plug s The spark plug s should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing season Refer to the Kohler Engines Owner s Manual for correct plug type and gap specifications 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 up2. 4 OW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AR T NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADES OFF U E S SEEXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES DO NOT NON 5 GREAT P AND DOWN READ OPER OT ACROSS AVOID SUDDEN TURNS USE LON n TS OR S MANUAL KEEP SAFETY DEVICES IN PLACE 777830018 A DANGER ROTATING BLADES CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH e DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT AROUND OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR e NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADE S OFF GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE e LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE 2 IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY BACKING D A NI E R e MOWING IN REVERSE IS NOT RECOMMENDED KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY A WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH e GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS e AVOID SUDDEN TURNS e DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP e IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL STOP BLADE S AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY e 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 FUNCTION 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 J A DANG ER Xe 777932687 KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY B DO NOT OPERATE MOWER ey UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR P P
3. The battery is sealed and is maintenance free Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added e 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 e Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the positive terminal to prevent shorting IMPORTANT If removing the battery disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from it s terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When re installing the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals reversing them could change the polarity and cause damage to your engine s alternating system Jump Starting 1 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 e Connect the second cable negative to the other post of the jumper battery e 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 ona
4. 11 4 cm 18 in 46 cm 498 Ib 225 9 kg 3 0 gal 11 4 liters 50 75 oz 1 5 liters Om p h 5 2 m p h Om p h 2 3 m p 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 76 mm 030 in 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 13 2 liters 3 5 gallons 1 5 liters 50 75 oz 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 Automotive 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 30 Evaporative Emission Control Warranty Statement TORO California Evaporative Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations Introduction The California Air Resources Board and The Toro Company are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system s warranty on your 2006 model year eq
5. 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 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
6. 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 accessory 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 a Toro Warranty Company at 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington MN 55420 call 1 888 384 9942 In Canada 1 888 848 4073 or log on to our website at www toro com 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
7. COMPANY 8111 LYNDALE AVE SOUTH BLOOMINGTON MINNISOTA 55420 1196 DEALER LOCATER PHONE NUMBER 1 888 384 9942 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 TORO Count on it Site Search Oco Homeowner 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 Call 888 384 9942 to locate a Toro Dealer near you or phone the Toro Hotline at 877 282 8684 for all your Service needs 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 machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in
8. a rich fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly Stopping the Engine WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating e Ifthe blades are engaged place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position e Position the throttle choke control between half throttle and the FAST rabbit position e Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position e 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 this 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 e Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake and let the pedal up e 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 i
9. 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 29 LX420 SECTION 13 SPECIFICATIONS 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 all Ground Clearance Turning Radius Weight approximate 3 0 gal 11 4 liters 50 75 oz 1 5 liters Om p h 5 2 m p h Om p h 2 3 m p 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 RPM 1500 RPM 75 RPM 76 mm 030 in 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
10. and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine 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 before each use A 15 After striking a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before starting and operating Never attempt to make adjustmen
11. days If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage you should contact The Toro Company at 1 952 948 4027 or call us toll free at the number listed in your Toro Warranty statement Defects Warranty Requirements 1 The warranty period begins on the date the engine or equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser N General Evaporative Emissions Warranty Coverage The emission warranty parts must be warranted to the ultimate purchaser and any subsequent owner that the evaporative emission control system when installed was A Designed built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations and B Free from defects in materials and workmanship that causes the failure of a warranted part for a period of two years 3 The warranty on evaporative emissions related parts will be interpreted as follows A Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions must be warranted for the warranty period of two years If any such part fails during the period of warranty coverage it must be repaired or replaced by The Toro Company Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must be warranted for a time not less than the remaining warranty period B Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions must be warranted for the warranty period of two years A statement in such written instructions to the effect of repair
12. 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 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 to 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
13. follows e Place the steering wheel in position for straight ahead travel e In front of the axle measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim Note the distance e Behind the axle measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim Note the distance e 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 8 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE Refer to Maintenance Chart on page 28 for a reference of recommended maintenance intervals WARNING Before performing any A maintenance or repairs disengage PTO set Engine parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting 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 an authorized Toro Dealer Refer to the Kohler Engines Owner s Manual for engine maintenance instructions Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in the Kohler Engines Owner s Manual packed with your unit Follow the instructions carefully Changing Engine Oil e Carefully full upward on the oil fill cap and remove dipstick from the oil fill tube See Figure 15
14. must 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 The Toro Company The use of any add on or modified parts will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim made in accordance with this article The Toro Company will not be liable under this Article to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of an add on or modified part J The Toro Company shall provide any documents that describe the warranty procedures or policies within five working days of request by the Air Resources Board Emission Warranty Parts List The following lists includes the parts covered under this warranty e Fuel Lines e Fuel Line Fittings e Clamps 374 0092 Rev A The Toro company MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR LAWN amp GARDEN TRACTORS 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 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 possessions Toro warran
15. 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 GENERAL OPERATION 8 Always wear safety glasses or safety go
16. 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 instructions provided with the approve
17. vehicle i e car truck do NOT start the vehicle s engine when jump starting your tractor e Start the tractor as instructed on page 16 24 e Set the tractor s parking brake before removing the jumper cables in reverse order of connection e Allow the tractor s engine to run for 15 minutes before shutting it off to allow the alternating system 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 six amps A WARNING Batteries give off an explosive 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 e Place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position and engage the parking brake e 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 19 Remove the PTO cable and accompanying spring from the cutting deck Figure 19 e Remove the deck belt from around the tractor s engine pulley e Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor locate the deck support pin on the rear left side of th
18. 3 appliance minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor 27 SECTION 11 MAINTENANCE CHART Clean Hood Dash Louvers Before Each Use After Initial 24 Hours Every 10 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 100 Hours Every Season Prior to Storing v v Check Engine Oil Level J Clean and Re oil Air Filters Foam Precleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil amp Filter QA K Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Axles and Rims Clean Engine Cooling Fins R Lube Pedal Pivot Points Check Spark Plug QAAASA Check Safety Interlock System 28 SECTION 12 TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause s Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO Blade Engage lever engaged Parking brake not engaged Spark plug wire s 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 disengaged 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 er
19. F SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7 To empty the system run the engine until the tank MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 21 of this and system are empty bef toring f tended period a a cae Nas cae WARNING Drain fuel only into an Engine A approved container outdoors away from an open flame Allow engine to cool Extinguish If the engine will be out of service for two months or cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of more use the following storage procedure ignition prior to draining fuel e Clean the exterior surfaces of the engine e Change the oil and filter while the engine is still warm from operation Refer to Changing Engine OIl on page 21 e The fuel system must be completely emptied or the gasoline must be treated with a fuel stabilizer such as STA BILe to prevent deterioration If you choose f WARNING Never store the machine or 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 e Store the engine in a clean dry place to use a stabilizer follow the manufacturers fuel container indoors where there is an open recommendations and add the correct amount for flame spark or pilot light such as on water the capacity of the fuel system Fill the fuel tank with heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas clean fresh gasoline Run the engine for 2
20. Form No 3354 969 TORO Count on it LX420 amp LX460 Lawn Tractors Model No 71430 and 71432 gt K O _ D Q O o 2 E Sa 25 23 O75 ST 2 B52 q ZG DD ANEZA ZH eS S 8 Abs K SiN A Ea Be 2232 RRRA LOCO e520 oer GA ee Register your product at www Toro com Original Instructions EN 769 02247 12 08 05 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices 3 Service 23 Slope Gauge 8 Off season Storage 27 Tractor Set up 9 Maintenance Chart 28 Know Your Lawn Tractor 12 Troubleshooting 29 Operating Your Lawn Tractor 15 Specifications 30 Making Adjustments 18 Warranty Information 33 Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor 21 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 here Copy the serial number here THE TORO
21. ade to the spindle assembly See Figure 17 23 e Wood Block Hex Flange Nut Spindle Assembly Figure 17 To properly sharpen the cutting blades remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the cutting edges parallel to the trailing edge at a 25 to 30 angle Damaged Blade Edge 3 S Seperation gt rer ry ino Figure 18 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 The blade can be tested by balancing it ona round shaft screwdriver Grind metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly 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
22. and operating the tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE Co Ground speed is also controlled i 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 O Blade Engage LCD Located in the center of the tractor s console the systems indicator monitor records and displays on its LCD hours of tractor 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 w
23. cially if a mulch kit or grass collector is installed e 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 e 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 e 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 Blades on page 23 of this manual for proper blade sharpening instructions SECTION 7 MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Never attempt to make any e Determine the approximate distance necessary for A adjustments while the engine is running proper adjustment and proceed if necessary to the next step e From the front of the tractor loosen the outermost hex lock nut on the end of the deck hanger rod See Seat Adjustment Figure 10 or Figure 11 To adjust the position of the seat loosen the two knobs Tighten the inner hex nut front against the front on the bottom of the seat See Figure 9 Slide the seat hanger bracket to raise the front of
24. ck lift lever in the top notch highest position and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor e 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 e Retighten the hex bolt on the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved Parking Brake Adjustment 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 Fi
25. d 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 when going down slopes to tak
26. e 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 Do not turn on slopes unless necessary then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible 2 Do not 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 Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground 4 Donotuse a grass catcher on steep slopes 5 Donot mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding 6 Do not shift 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 may cause you to loose cont
27. e deck e Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from the deck lift arm See Figure 20 Figure 20 e 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 e Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front of the tractor allowing the hooks on the deck to release themselves from the deck stabilizer rod e 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 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 25 To chan
28. e 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 15 A This tractor is equipped 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 e Do not mow at high ground speed espe
29. ed e Lightly depress the cruise control lever e While continuing to hold the cruise lever down lift your foot from the drive pedal you should feel the cruise latch engage e 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 e Depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and stop the tractor e Lightly depress the drive pedal To change to the reverse direction when operating with cruise control depress the brake pedal to 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 e 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 e 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 th
30. ee 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 NOTE The positive battery terminal is marked Pos The negative battery terminal is marked Neg e 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 e Remove the hex bolt and hex nut from the negative cable e 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 e Make certain the hold down rod is in position over the battery securing it in place See Figure 2 Q Hold Down Rod Hex Nut Hex Bolt Figure 2 NOTE f the battery is put into service after the date shown on top of battery charge the battery as instructed on page 24 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
31. em should ever malfunction do not operate the tractor Contact an authorized Toro service dealer e The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO Blade Engage lever is in the disengaged OFF position To check for proper operation move the PTO Blade Engage lever into the engaged ON position and release the parking brake Attempts to start the tractor s engine should fail e 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 e 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 tractors engine move the PTO Blade Engage lever in the engaged ON position and momentarily raise yourself from the seat The engine should stall e With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position the engine will automatically shut off if the 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 engage the parking brake mo
32. en 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 Never fuel machine indoors g Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least 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 To reduce 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 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 Never run an engine indoors or 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
33. g 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 and 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 e 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 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 Figure 5 e 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 e Ifthe gauge wheels have excessive clearance with the surface below lower the wheels to the index h
34. ge or replace the deck belt on your tractor proceed as follows e 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 e Loosen but do not remove the deck idler pulleys e Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys including the deck idler pulleys NOTE f you re changing the lower deck belt as well Model LX460 do so before proceeding to the next step See instructions below e Route the new belt as shown in the figure below and retightening the deck idler pulleys e Remount the belt guards removed earlier and remount the deck to the tractor e Re route the belt around the engine pulley and reinstall the belt keeper rod s Changing the Lower Deck Belt Model LX460 only e Remove the cutting deck and upper deck belt as instructed in previous steps within this section e Grasp the lower idler pulley and pivot it toward the left side of the deck to relieve tension on the belt See Figure 21 NS A ANT SEC CSS I Figure 21 e With tension relieved carefully remove the belt from around the idler pulley e Carefully remove the belt from around the three spindle pulleys e Replace the lower deck belt before continuing with the final steps above Idler Pulleys SECTION 10 OF
35. ggles 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 and for ordering replacement parts 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 Tohelp 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 during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause ser
36. gure 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 e 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 ball joint on the right side e Loosen the jam nut found on the drag link at the rear of the ball joint See Figure 14 Nut Joint Figure 14 20 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 e 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
37. hen 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 Oil 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 system 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 a Kohler Engines 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 Con
38. 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 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 Mode Stop Position Start Position Figure 7 IMPORTANT Prior to operating the tractor refer to both Safety Interlock Switches on page 15 and Starting The Engine on page 16 of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch Module
39. ious injury to the 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 Amissing 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 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 brake stop engine and wait until
40. n motion Always use the brake pedal to bring the tractor to a complete stop before shifting e To move forward place the shift lever in the FORWARD position then slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired speed is achieved e To 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 8 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 e Mow up and down slopes NEVER across e Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes e Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or 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 e Slowly depress the drive pedal until the desired speed is achiev
41. of residue inside the filter body and for a dirty element which can be indicated by discoloration Replace the filter when dirty or after every 100 hours of operation WARNING Do not replace the fuel filter when engine is hot Cleaning the Engine And Deck 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 Lubrication inspecting always disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting WARNING Before lubricating repairing or Engine Refer to Engine on page 21 for instruction regarding all engine related lubrication Front Wheels Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with a grease fitting See Figure 16 Lubricate with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation 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 Figure 16 Rim Grease Fitting 22 SECTION 9 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 fu
42. ole that provides the approximate 1 2 clearance as described above Refer to Leveling the Deck on page 18 of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments SECTION 5 KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR WLLL ESIZ NOTE Steering Wheel not shown for clarity Figure 6 A Systems Indicator Monitor Hour Meter G Throttle Choke Control B PTO Blade Engage Lever H Ignition Switch Module C Parking Brake Lever Brake Pedal D Cruise Control Lever J Drive Pedal E Shift Lever K Deck Lift Lever F Cup Holder 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 throttle 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
43. 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 e Locate the shipping brace if present and warning tag 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 Settin
44. or replace as necessary will not reduce the period of warranty coverage Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty must be warranted for a time not less than the remaining warranty period C Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions must be warranted for the period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for that part If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement the part must be repaired or replaced by The Toro Company Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty must be warranted for a time not less than the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part D Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions of this article must be performed at no charge to the owner at an Authorized Service Dealer E Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection D above warranty services or repairs must be provided at an Authorized Service Dealer F The owner must not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective provided that such diagnostic work is performed at an Authorized Service Dealer G Throughout the evaporative emission control system s two year warranty period The Toro Company must maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for such parts H Manufacturer approved replacement parts
45. ratic 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 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
46. rinted on Discharge Chute Part No 731 1032B OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE 30503 ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATING SLOPE GAUGE SECTION 3 lt q Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree y LA lt q ora corner of a building lt lt or a fence post OUD NOLAN ay N N Aaaa NAN A PM SECTION 4 TRACTOR SET UP Gas and Oil Fill up The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a capacity of 3 gallons Do not overfill 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 wheel 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 S
47. rol 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 To avoid 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 Keep children 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 the operation instruction
48. s 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 at the 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 Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop 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 Use only an approved gasoline container b Never fill containers inside a vehicle or ona truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away 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 th
49. se 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 or 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 behind the top of the dash panel on the support bar IMPORTANT Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replacement WARNING Before servicing repairing or A inspecting always disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Cutting Blades WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off remove ignition key disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine 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 The blades may be removed as follows e Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Cutting Deck Removal on page 24 then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside e Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer See Figure 17 e Usea 1 1 8 wrench to remove the hex flange nut that secures the bl
50. the deck loosen forward or rearward as desired Retighten the two the hex nut to lower the front of the deck See Figure 10 or Figure 11 knobs Figure 10 Figure 9 Leveling the Deck NOTE Check the tractor s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments Refer to Tires on page 23 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 e 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 e Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the Figure 11 ground e Retighten the two lock nuts against the inner hex e The first measurement taken should be between nuts when proper adjustment is achieved 1 4 and 3 8 less than the second measurement 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 de
51. to make sure no children are around After resuming forward motion return the key to the NORMAL MOWING position IMPORTANT The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until Indicator REVERSE PUSH f BUTTON gt f Light y a The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING position or STOP position b The operator leaves the seat Push Button Ma Reverse E CHILDREN AROUND A Reverse REVERS Caution Mode E p Stop Ri CAUTION Moo f OG Position Position Start Position 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 9 of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill up instructions e Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module e Place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position e Engage the tractor s parking brake e Activate the choke control e 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 e 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
52. trol Lever The cruise control a 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 17 for detailed instructions regarding cruise control NOTE Cruise control can NOT be engaged at the tractors fastest ground speed If the operator should attempt to do so the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed 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 6 OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR Safety Interlock System This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator Before each use check the safety interlock system for proper operation If the interlock syst
53. ts 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 head their warnings The label part number is listed below each If you discover a safety label is scratched damaged or missing order a replacement immediately 4 DANGER Vol SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH HAND wAY FROM ROTATING PARTS SS CTS E THROWN BLADE IN ANY DIRE HAN CAER SAFETY GLASSES we wo VE
54. ts this product excluding its Normal Wear Parts Batteries and Frame and Front Axle as described below against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three 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 Frame and Front Axle Toro warrants the frame and front cast iron pivot axle against defects in material and workmanship for a period of five 5 years or 500 hours whichever occurs first commencing on the date of original purchase or lease This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and
55. uipment In California new equipment that use small off road engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards The Toro Company must warrant the evaporative emission control system on your equipment for two years provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your equipment Your evaporative emission control system may include parts such as fuel lines fuel line fittings and clamps Manufacturer s Warranty Coverage This evaporative emission control system is warranted for two years If any evaporative emission related part on your equipment is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by The Toro Company Owner s Warranty Responsibilities e As the equipment owner you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your Operator s Manual The Toro Company recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your equipment but The Toro Company cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts e As the equipment owner you should however be aware that The Toro Company may deny you warranty coverage if your emission warranty parts have failed due to abuse neglect or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications e You are responsible for presenting your equipment to an Authorized Service Dealer as soon as the problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30
56. ve the PTO Blade Engage lever in the engaged ON position and place the shift lever into REVERSE The engine should stall interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the Reverse Caution Mode 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 operating the tractor in the REVERSE WARNING Use extreme caution while CAUTION MODE Always look down and behind before and while backing Do not operate the tractor when children or others are around Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE IMPORTANT The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat 1 2 Start the engine as previously instructed in this Operator s Manual Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING Green position to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Yellow position of the key switch module See Figure 8 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 Once activated indicator light ON the tractor can be driven in reverse with the cutting blades PTO engaged Always look down and behind before and while backing
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