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- Page 1 Form No. 3327-741 Rev A 17-44HXL Indy Special Edition Wheel Horse Lawn Tractor Model No. 71233—Serial No. 230000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
......or illegible, replace immediately. Replacements may be The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee ... . . -
Page 3: Introduction
Obey all safety additional information, contact an Authorized Service messages that follow this symbol to avoid all possible Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and injury or death. serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. - Page 4 – Never remove the gas cap or add fuel when the Follow Toro’s recommendations for wheel weight or engine is running. Allow the engine to cool before counterweights to improve stability.
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Page 5: Toro Riding Mower Safety
Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that If loading the machine onto a trailer or truck, use a original standards are maintained. single, full-width ramp only. the ramp angle should not exceed 15 degrees. -
Page 7: Slope Chart
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Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals
Safety and Instruction Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 92-2461 99-6095 99-8139 99-5339 100-7449 1. Pull the lever out to push 3. - Page 10 99-2985 104-4163 1. Explosion hazard 4. Wear eye protection 2. No fire, open flames, or 5. Read the Operator’s Manual. smoking. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical 6. Keep bystanders a safe burn hazard distance from the battery. 92-2462 104-4164 1. Contains lead; do not 4.
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Page 11: Gasoline And Oil
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Using Stabilizer/Conditioner Use unleaded regular gasoline suitable for automotive use Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the tractor to provide the (85 pump octane minimum). You may use leaded regular following benefits: gasoline if unleaded regular is not available. It keeps gasoline fresh during storage for up to 90 days. -
Page 12: Operation
Operation Using the Parking Brake Always set the parking brake when you stop the tractor or Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine leave it unattended. from the normal operating position. Setting the Parking Brake Controls 1. Push the clutch/brake pedal (Fig. 3) down and hold it in the depressed position. -
Page 13: Positioning The Seat
Positioning the Seat Disengaging the Blades 1. Depress the clutch/brake pedal to stop the tractor. The seat can move forward and backward. Position the seat where you have the best control of the tractor and are most 2. Shift the blade control (PTO) lever to Disengaged comfortable. -
Page 14: Stopping The Engine
Note: An engine that has been running and is warm may Using the Safety Interlock not require step 4. System Caution If the safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged, the tractor could operate unexpectedly causing personal injury. Do not tamper with the interlock switches. Check the operation of the interlock switches m-1859 daily and replace any damaged switches before... -
Page 15: Testing The Safety Interlock System
5. Disengage the blades (PTO) to activate the interlock. Danger 6. Remove the KeyChoice key and put it in a safe place out of reach of children. You could back over a child or bystander while the mower blades or other attachment is engaged and Testing the Safety Interlock cause serious injury or death. -
Page 16: Pushing The Tractor Manually
Pushing the Tractor Manually 2. Place your foot on the ground speed pedal (Fig. 13) and slowly press on the top of the pedal to move forward or on the bottom of the pedal to move backward. Important Always push the tractor manually. Never tow the tractor because you may damage the transaxle. -
Page 17: Operating Tips
Operating Tips For the best performance, operate the engine at the maximum speed. The mower requires air to thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the height-of-cut too low or completely surround the mower in uncut grass. Always leave one side of the mower free from uncut grass to allow the air to be drawn into the mower. -
Page 18: Maintenance
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval After first 5 hours Change the engine oil. Check the engine oil level. Each use Check the safety system. Every 5 hours Check the brakes. Check the spark plug. Check the tire pressure. Every 25 hours Grease the chassis. -
Page 19: Servicing The Engine Oil
Servicing the Engine Oil 7. Clean around the oil dipstick (Fig. 14) so that dirt cannot fall into the fill hole and damage the engine. Check the oil level daily or after every 8 hours. Change the oil after the first 5 operating hours and every 50 operating hours thereafter. -
Page 20: Servicing The Air Cleaner
9. Place a pan below the oil drain plug and remove it 3. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on the (Fig. 15). replacement filter (Fig. 16). 4. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter. Turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter;... -
Page 21: Servicing The Spark Plug
7. Carefully slide the paper element and foam element Note: Ensure that the rubber seal is flat against the air from the blower housing (Fig. 18). cleaner base. 2. Align the tabs on the air cleaner cover with the slots of the blower housing (Fig. -
Page 22: Servicing The Brake
7. Clean around the spark plug to prevent dirt from falling Servicing the Brake into the engine and potentially causing damage. The brake is on the right side of the rear axle, inside the 8. Remove the spark plug and metal washer. rear tire (Fig. -
Page 23: Greasing And Lubricating The Tractor
Adjusting the Brake Where to Add Grease 1. Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to Checking Lubricate the front wheels and steering spindles until the Brake on page 22. grease begins to ooze out of the bearings (Fig. 22). 2. -
Page 24: Servicing The Battery
Servicing the Battery 6. Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable from the battery post (Fig. 24). Warning 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. - Page 25 Checking the Electrolyte Level 4. Slowly pour distilled water into each battery cell until the electrolyte level is up to the Upper line (Fig. 25) on 1. Tip the seat forward to see the battery. the battery case. 2. Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte must be Important Do not overfill the battery because up to the Upper line (Fig.
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Page 26: Draining The Fuel Tank
5. Install the battery in the tractor and connect the battery Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter cables; refer to Installing the Battery on page 24. because the fuel tank is empty. 9. Install the fuel line onto the filter. Slide the hose clamp Important Do not run the tractor with the battery close to the filter to secure the fuel line and filter. -
Page 27: Servicing The Fuse
6. Clean around the fill plug (Fig. 28) so that dirt cannot Servicing the Headlights fall into the reservoir if fluid needs to be added. Use a #1156, automotive-type bulb. 1-1/4 in. max. (32 mm) Removing the Bulb 1. Disengage the blades (PTO). 2. -
Page 28: Cleaning And Storing The Tractor
11. Prepare the tractor for storage when non-use occurs over 30 days. Prepare tractor for storage as follows. A. Add a petroleum based stabilizer/conditioner to fuel in the tank. Follow the mixing instructions from the stabilizer manufacturer. (1 oz. per gallon). Do not use an alcohol based stabilizer (ethanol or methanol). -
Page 29: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram KEY SWITCH NO CONNECTION B I A AND X Y WIRE COLOR CODES START B I S BROWN PINK (IGNITION) BLUE BLACK GREY YELLOW WHITE VIOLET GREEN KEY SW ORANGE BATTERY (PTO) SHOWN WITH PTO DISENGAGED FUEL SOLENIOD ALTERNATOR SEAT CLOSED WHEN OPERATOR... -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 1. The blades (PTO) are 1. Shift the blade control (PTO) engaged. lever to Disengaged. 2. The parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. The battery is dead. 3. - Page 31 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action The engine overheats. 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Shift into lower gear to reduce ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is 2. Add oil to the crankcase. low. 3. The cooling fins and air 3.
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Page 32: The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee
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