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- Page 1 Form No. 3323–880 ProLine Mid–Size 12.5 HP Traction Unit 30165—200000001 & Up Operator’s Manual English (GB)
- Page 2 The warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. with your new product, so feel free to contact your...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Page Page Safety ....... . . Maintenance ......Slope Chart . -
Page 4: Safety
Training Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment Toro designed this lawn mower for cutting and before starting. mulching grass, or, when equipped with a grass bag, for catching cut grass. Any use for purposes other See manufacturer’s instructions for proper... - Page 5 Safety – Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke Stop the blade(s) if the mower has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than while refuelling. grass and when transporting the mower to and from the area to be mowed. –...
- Page 6 The operator could lose footing or To ensure the best performance and safety, balance. purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could accessories. Do not use “will fit” parts and cause slipping.
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Page 7: Slope Chart
Safety Slope Chart Read all safety instructions on pages 2–9. -
Page 9: Symbols Glossary
Safety Symbols Glossary Fire, open light & smoking Safety alert triangle– symbol within triangle prohibited indicates a hazard Fire or open flame Safety alert symbol Explosion Read operator’s manual Consult technical manual Do not dispose of lead for proper service procedures battery in garbage Shut off engine &... -
Page 10: Symbols Glossary
Safety Symbols Glossary Do not open or Machine rollover, riding mower remove safety shields while engine is running To operate machine on a Thrown or flying objects, slope, use with 16kg weight whole body exposure kit & operate with deck lowered Thrown or flying objects, whole body exposure Stop engine before... -
Page 11: Symbols Glossary
Safety Symbols Glossary Power take off (PTO) Fast Engage Slow Decreasing/Increasing Disengage On/Run Traction drive Off/stop Forward Engine start Reverse Engine stop Neutral Choke First gear Brake system Second gear Parking brake Third gear Battery Fourth gear Fuel... -
Page 12: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for POTENTIAL HAZARD automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded When fueling, under certain circumstances, regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is a static charge can develop, igniting the not available. -
Page 13: Stabilizer/Conditioner
Gasoline and Oil Filling the Fuel Tank Shut the engine off. POTENTIAL HAZARD Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove the Long–term eposure to vapors has caused cap. Use a funnel and add unleaded regular cancer to laboratory animals. -
Page 14: Set-Up
Bolt 5/16–1/ x 7/8” (22.5 mm) Install fuel tank and control panel Lock washer 5/16” Washer 5/16” Hose clamp Wire tie Retain wire harness Operator’s Manual Rear before operating machine Parts catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro... -
Page 15: Mount Control Panel And Fuel Tank
Set-Up Mount Control Panel and Fuel Install Shift Lever Tank Align mounting block with flats of shaft on top of transmission and slide onto shaft (Fig. 3). Position control panel under bottom of rear frame (Fig. 1). Align fuel tank to top of rear Note: DO NOT remove rubber washer on frame (Fig. -
Page 16: Install Upper Handle
Set-Up Install Upper Handle Connect Throttle Cable Align upper handle mounting holes with desired Place throttle control lever in FAST position.(Fig. 5). mounting holes in rear frame (upper or lower set Hook wire Z–bend into hole of speed control lever of holes) (Fig. -
Page 17: Connect Wire Harness
Set-Up Connect Wire Harness Install Control Rods Secure clutch and engine in–line wire connectors Thread a rod fitting onto each control rod (Fig. 6). approximately 2 in. (51 mm) (Fig. 7) or until upper control bar (Fig. 8). is approximately perpendicular to the ground. - Page 18 Set-Up Check gap between upper control bar and upper If an adjustment to brake rods is required, handle when fully engaging wheel belts. Gap remove hairpin cotter and washer securing brake should be approximately 1 to 1-1/4 in. rod fitting to idler bracket (Fig. 9). (25–32 mm) (Fig.
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Page 19: Operation
Operation Think Safety First Recoil Starter – Pull recoil Starter handle to start engine. Please carefully read all the safety instructions and Fuel Shut–off Valve – (Under fuel tank) Close fuel symbols in the safety section. Knowing this shut–off valve when transporting or storing mower. information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. -
Page 20: Parking Brake
Operation Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Setting the Parking Brake Pull the upper control bar (Fig. 11) rearward and hold it in this position. Lift the parking brake lock (Fig. 11) up and gradually release the upper control bar. -
Page 21: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Operation Starting and Stopping the Engine Starting Make sure spark plug wire(s) are installed on spark plug(s) and fuel valve is open. Move the shift lever to neutral, set the parking brake and turn ignition key to RUN. m–4184 Move the throttle control to CHOKE position Figure 12 before starting a cold engine. -
Page 22: Operating Mower Blade Control (Pto)
Operation Operating Mower Blade The Safety Interlock System Control (PTO) Understanding the Safety Interlock System The blade control switch (PTO) in conjunction with the blade control bail engages and disengages power The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the to the electric clutch and mower blades. -
Page 23: Driving Forward Or Backward
Operation Driving Forward or Backward Backward To go backward, move the shift lever to reverse The throttle control regulates the engine speed as gear. measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the “FAST” position for best Release the parking brake: refer to Releasing the performance. -
Page 24: Lower Control Bar Operation
Operation Lower Control Bar Operation This procedure is for driving up a curb. This can be performed while driving forward or backward. Disengage the mower blades. POTENTIAL HAZARD m–4185 A blade can be bent or damaged when Figure 16 driving up a curb. Blades could break 1. -
Page 25: Maintenance
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Each Storage Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Service Oil—check level Oil—change* Initial Safety System—check Brake—check Wheel Bearings—grease* Transmission Couplings—grease* Foam Air Cleaner—service* Paper Air Cleaner—replace* Spark Plug(s)—check Belts—check for wear/cracks Electric Clutch–Adjust Gasoline—drain Engine—clean outside Fuel Filter—replace Tires—check pressure Chipped Surfaces—paint... -
Page 26: Air Cleaner
Maintenance Air Cleaner Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Foam Element Service Interval/Specification A. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 warm water. When the element is clean, operating hours. rinse it thoroughly. Paper Element: Replace after every 100 operating B. -
Page 27: Engine Oil
Maintenance Paper Element Engine Oil A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to Service Interval/Specification remove dust and dirt (Fig. 19). Change oil: B. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal. After the first 8 operating hours. - Page 28 Maintenance Checking Oil Level Changing/Draining Oil Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, warms the oil so it drains better. and turn the ignition key to “OFF”...
- Page 29 Maintenance Change Oil Filter Service Interval/Specification Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil change. Note: Change oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing/Draining Oil, page 26.
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Page 30: Spark Plug
Maintenance Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 24). Service Interval/Specification If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is hours. -
Page 31: Greasing And Lubrication
Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Lubricate the transmission couplers (Fig. 26). Guard does not have to be removed if you go in from the front, next to engine. Service Interval/Specification Grease the wheel bearings every 8 operating hours and the transmission couplers every 250 operating hours. -
Page 32: Brake
Maintenance Brake Adjusting the Brake The brake lever is on the upper control bar (Fig. 10). Always set the parking brake when you stop the If the parking brake does not hold securely, an machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake adjustment is required. -
Page 33: Fuel Tank
Maintenance Fuel Tank Draining The Fuel Tank POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. 1717 WHAT CAN HAPPEN Figure 29 A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage. 1. Fuel shut-off valve 2. -
Page 34: Fuel Filter
Maintenance Fuel Filter Replacing the Drive Belt Service Interval/Specification Remove belt guard, not shown for clarity. Remove top capscrew securing idler support and Replace the fuel filter after every 100 operating hours idler bracket to rear frame (Fig. 31). or yearly, whichever occurs first. Loosen bottom two mounting screws enough to Replacing the Fuel Filter allow belt to pass between drive pulley and idler... -
Page 35: Replacing The Traction Belt
Maintenance Replacing the Traction Belt Adjusting the Electric Clutch Raise the front of the machine and hold with The clutch is adjustable to ensure proper engagement jack stands. Remove lower shield (4) bolts. and proper braking. Check adjustment after every 100 hours of operation. -
Page 36: Wiring Diagram
Maintenance Wiring Diagram... -
Page 37: Cleaning And Storage
Maintenance Cleaning and Storage For storage over 30 days, prepare the traction unit as follows. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the A. Add a petroleum based parking brake, and turn the ignition key to stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the tank. “OFF”... -
Page 38: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine will not start, starts hard, or Fuel tank is empty. Fill fuel tank with gasoline. f il fails to keep running. Choke is not ON. Move choke lever to ON. Air cleaner is dirty. Clean or replace air cleaner element. - Page 39 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine does not drive. Shift lever is in NEUTRAL. Move shift lever to a drive gear position. Traction belt is worn, loose or Contact Authorized Service broken. Dealer. Traction belt is off pulley. Contact Authorized Service Dealer.
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