Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
Preparation Safety • While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when Safe Operation Practices for barefoot or wearing open sandals. Riding Rotary Lawn Mowers • Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which may be Read and understand the contents of this manual before thrown by the machine.
• Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, The following paragraph contains safety information and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or remove the specific to Toro products that is not included in the ignition key CEN standard. – before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;...
Vibration This unit does not exceed a hand/arm vibration level of 3.6 m/s , based on measurements of identical machines per EN 836 and EN 1033. This unit does not exceed a whole body vibration level of 1.1 m/s , based on measurements of identical machines per EN 836 and EN 1032.
Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. Manufacturer’s Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
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104-3239 and 104-3240 1. Height of cut 3. Increase 2. Decrease 104-3235 1. Pull the knob out to start 3. Power take-off (PTO) the PTO. 2. Push the knob in to stop the PTO. 104-3241 1. Forward 4. Slow 2. Continuous variable speed 5. Fast 3.
Product Overview Controls 107-2220 Become familiar with the controls (Figure 3) before you 1. Mowing in reverse 3. Power Take-off (PTO) start the engine and operate the machine. enabled. 2. Empty the grass collector. Figure 3 1. Ignition 6. Hood opening 2.
Operation In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely Note: Determine the left and right sides of the flammable and highly explosive. A fire or machine from the normal operating position. explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. Adding Fuel •...
Note: The parking brake lever should release. • It cleans the engine while it runs • It eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel 2. Gradually release the brake pedal. system, which causes hard starting Important: Do not use fuel additives containing Positioning the Seat methanol or ethanol.
machine off the lawn to prevent damaging to the blades. 1. Push and hold in the button on the height-of-cut lever (Figure 7). Figure 5 Figure 7 1. Blade control (PTO) 3. Disengaged 1. Height-of-cut lever 2. Engaged 2. Shift the height-of-cut lever to the desired position. Note: The blade control (PTO) light on the dash turns on when you engage the blades (PTO) as 3.
3. Tighten the nuts. 2. Sit down on the seat. 4. Install the grass collector; refer to Installing the 3. Set the parking brake; refer to Setting the Parking Grass Collector. Brake. Note: The engine does not start unless you set the Adjusting the Mower Gauge parking brake or fully depress the brake pedal.
Using the Safety Interlock System Service Interval: Before each use or daily If the safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged, the machine could operate unexpectedly, causing personal injury. • Do not tamper with the interlock switches. • Check the operation of the interlock switches daily and replace any damaged switches before operating the machine.
If you need to use the blades (PTO) while backing up, turn off the interlock feature using the KeyChoice switch located near the seat bracket (Figure 13). Figure 14 1. Operating-in-reverse light 4. Operate the machine in reverse and complete your task.
in Neutral, and start the engine. While the engine is running, shift the blade control (PTO) knob into the Engage position and put the traction control pedal in Reverse: The engine should stop. 5. Shift the blade control (PTO) knob into the Disengage position and put the traction control pedal in Neutral.
Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. Always remove the ignition and KeyChoice keys and set the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if it is just for a few minutes.
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.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. After the first 5 hours • Check the blade drive belt adjustment. After the first 25 hours •...
Lubrication Greasing and Lubricating the Machine Service Interval: Every 25 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first)—Grease and lubricate the machine. (Grease and lubricate it more frequently when operating it in dusty or sandy conditions.) How to Grease the Machine Grease the machine with a general-purpose grease. 1.
Removing the Foam and Paper Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements Elements Foam Element 1. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from 1. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm getting into the engine and causing damage. water and rinse it thoroughly.
Important: Do not overfill the crankcase with engine oil and run the engine; engine damage may result. Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Every 50 hours (Change it more frequently when operating the machine in dusty or dirty conditions.) 1.
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Installing the Spark Plug 3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 4. Remove the ignition key. 1. Install the spark plug and metal washer. Ensure that the air gap is set correctly. 5. Open the hood. 2.
Fuel System 8. Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter (Figure 26). 9. Open the fuel shut-off valve and allow the gasoline Maintenance to drain into an approved fuel container or a drain pan. Draining the Fuel Tank Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty.
Removing the Battery Electrical System Maintenance Battery terminals or metal tools could short Replacing the Fuse against metal machine components causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to The electrical system is protected by fuses. They are explode, resulting in personal injury. located beneath the hood, near the fuel tank (Figure 28).
Routing the battery cables improperly could damage the machine and cables, causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. • Always disconnect the negative (black) battery cable before disconnecting the positive (red) cable. • Always connect the positive (red) battery cable before connecting the negative (black) cable.
Charging the Battery Drive System Maintenance Charging the battery produces gasses that can Checking the Tire Pressure explode. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from the battery. Service Interval: Every 25 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Important: Always keep the battery fully charged Maintain the air pressure in the front tires at 120 kPa (1.260 specific gravity), especially below 32°F (0°C)
Brake Maintenance 3. Turn the brake adjusting nut clockwise until you cannot push the machine (Figure 32). 4. Release the parking brake and ensure that the rear Servicing the Brake wheels rotate freely when you push the machine. If they do not, turn the brake adjusting nut The brake is located on the right side of the rear axle, counterclockwise just enough so that you can push inside the rear tire (Figure 32).
Belt Maintenance Grass Collector Maintenance Adjusting the Blade Drive Belt Removing the Grass Collector Service Interval: After the first 25 hours—Check the blade drive belt adjustment. 1. Use 2 hands to tip the grass collector forward (Figure 34). Every 50 hours—Adjust the blade drive belt.
Mower Maintenance 8. Ensure that the bag on demand is in the bagging mode and clean the inside of the tunnel all the way to the mower. Servicing the Blades 9. Install the grass collector; refer to Installing the Grass Collector. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Note: Allow the bag to dry thoroughly before Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine...
Important: If the shear pins are broken, the mower 2. Position the blades 90 degrees to each other belt may be damaged. Inspect the belt; refer to (Figure 38). Adjusting the Blade Drive Belt. Removing the Blades 1. Remove the mower; refer to Removing the Mower. 2.
Adjusting the Height Adjustment Cable Rod Assembly Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first)—Check the front-to-rear blade slope. (Also check it whenever you install the mower.) Before you check the slope, inflate the front and rear tires to the recommended air pressure; refer to Checking the Tire Pressure.
Storage F. Start and run the engine until it will not start again. 1. Disengage the blades (PTO). G. Recycle the old fuel according to local codes. 2. Set the parking brake. H. Close the fuel shut-off valve. 3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Important: Do not store stabilizer/conditioned gasoline over 90 days.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The starter does not crank. 1. The blade control (PTO) knob is 1. Move the blade control (PTO) knob to engaged. the Disengaged position. 2. The parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action There is abnormal vibration. 1. The blades are bent or unbalanced. 1. Install a new blades. 2. The blade mounting screws are loose. 2. Tighten the blade mounting screws. 3. The engine mounting bolts are loose. 3.
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Contact your seller to arrange service of the product. If for any reason materials or workmanship. The following time periods apply from the date it is impossible for you to contact your seller, you may contact any Toro of original purchase: Authorized Distributor to arrange service.