Toro Groundsmaster 4500-D Operator's Manual
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- Page 1 Form No. 3406-140 Rev B Groundsmaster ® 4500-D and 4700-D Traction Unit Model No. 30873—Serial No. 316000001 and Up Model No. 30874—Serial No. 316000001 and Up *3406-140* B Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
- Page 2 You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product safety and operation training materials, accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Greasing the Bearings and Bushings ......41 Engine Maintenance ..........42 Engine Safety............42 Safety ................4 Servicing the Air Cleaner .........42 General Safety............4 Servicing the Engine Oil..........43 Sound Power Level ..........4 Fuel System Maintenance ...........45 Sound Pressure Level..........4 Servicing the Water Separator........45 Vibration Level ............ -
Page 4: Safety
Sound Power Level Safety Model 30873 This machine has been designed in accordance with EN ISO 5395:2013 and ANSI B71.4-2012. This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 104 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 0.7 dBA. Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury. -
Page 5: Vibration Level
Vibration Level Hand-Arm Model 30873 Measured vibration level for right hand = 0.8 m/s Measured vibration level for left hand = 0.8 m/s Uncertainty Value (K) = 0.4 m/s Measured values were determined according to the procedures outlined in EN ISO 5395:2013. Model 30874 Measured vibration level for right hand = 0.4 m/s Measured vibration level for left hand = 0.4 m/s... -
Page 6: Safety And Instructional Decals
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. 93-7818 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual for instructions on torquing the blade bolt/nut to 115 to 149 N∙m (85 to 110 ft-lb). - Page 7 117-4765 1. Read the Operator's Manual. 2. Do not use starting aids. 117-4766 1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard; fan—stay away from 120-4159 moving parts, keep all guards and shields in place. 1. Off 8. High 2. Lights 9. Traction drive 3. On 10.
- Page 8 125-4604 For Model 30874 1. Raise the left deck. 3. Raise the right deck. 2. Raise the center deck. 125-4605 1. Power seat—10 A 6. Power supplied—10 A 2. Work light—10 A 7. GM4700 controller—2 A 3. Engine—10 A 8. Power supplied—7.5 A 4.
- Page 9 125-4606 1. Read the Operator’s Manual for information on maintenance. 121–3627 1. Height-of-cut settings...
- Page 10 127-6447 For Model 30873 1. Warning—read the 3. Tipping hazard—do not 5. Warning—do not park on 7. Entanglement hazard, Operator’s Manual; do drive on slopes greater than slopes; 1) Engage the belt—keep away from not operate the machine 16 degrees. parking brake, 2) Lower moving parts;...
- Page 11 127-6448 For Model 30874 1. Warning—read the 3. Tipping hazard—do not 5. Warning—do not park on 7. Entanglement hazard, Operator’s Manual; do drive on slopes greater than slopes; 1) Engage the belt—keep away from not operate the machine 21 degrees. parking brake, 2) Lower moving parts;...
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Page 12: Setup
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. – No parts required Prepare the machine. Lock bracket Rivet Washer Install the hood latch (CE). Screw (1/4 x 2 inches) Locknut (1/4 inch) Media and Additional Parts Description Qty. -
Page 13: Preparing The Machine
2. Remove the 2 rivets securing the hood-latch bracket to the hood (Figure Preparing the Machine No Parts Required Checking the Fluid Levels 1. Check the rear-axle lubricant level before the engine is first started, refer to Checking the Rear-Axle Lubricant (page 50). -
Page 14: Adjusting The Roller Scraper
Adjusting the Roller Scraper Parts needed for this procedure: 5 or 7 Roller scraper—optional Toro part Procedure The optional rear roller scraper is designed to work best when there is an even gap of 0.5 to 1 mm (0.020 to 0.040 inch) -
Page 15: Installing The Mulching Baffle
Installing the Mulching Baffle Parts needed for this procedure: 5 or 7 Mulching baffle—optional Toro part Procedure DANGER Using the high-lift blade with the mulching baffle could cause the blade to break, resulting in personal injury or death. Do not use the high-lift blade with the mulching baffle. -
Page 16: Product Overview
Product Overview Note: In emergency braking situations, press the service brake pedals in addition to using the reverse pedal as stated above. This is the quickest method to stop the machine. Controls Tilt-Steering Pedal Brake Pedals To adjust the tilt the steering wheel, press down the tilt-steering pedal (Figure 9), and adjust the steering wheel... - Page 17 High/Low-Speed Control The switch (Figure 10) allows the speed range to increase for transport of the machine. The mower decks do not operate in the high-speed range. Also, you cannot lower the decks from the transport position when the switch is in the high range. Engine-Speed Switch The engine-speed switch (Figure...
- Page 18 Weight Gauge Indicates when the seat is adjusted to your weight (Figure 13). You can make height adjustments by positioning the suspension within the range of the green region. Weight-Adjusting Lever Adjust for your weight (Figure 13). Pull up the lever to increase the air pressure, and push down the lever to decrease the air pressure.
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Page 19: Specifications
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Page 20: Machine Specifications
88 kg (195 lb) Attachments/Accessories A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. -
Page 21: Before Operation
Fuel Safety Operation DANGER Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. In certain conditions, fuel is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can damage property. Before Operation •... -
Page 22: Checking The Engine-Oil Level
Checking the Engine-Oil Level Biodiesel Ready This machine can also use a biodiesel blended fuel of up Before you start the engine and use the machine, check to B20 (20% biodiesel, 80% petrodiesel). The petrodiesel the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the portion should be low or ultra-low sulfur. -
Page 23: Checking The Air Pressure In The Tires
Checking the Air Pressure in the Tires Service Interval: Before each use or daily DANGER Low tire pressure decreases machine side-hill stability. This could cause a rollover, which may result in personal injury or death. Do not under-inflate the tires. The correct air pressure in the tires is 138 kPa (20 psi). -
Page 24: Adjusting The Height-Of-Cut
Figure 17 Front Wheels Figure 19 1. Height-of-cut bracket 3. Spacer 2. Height-of-cut plate 4. While supporting the chamber, remove the spacer (Figure 19). 5. Move the chamber to the desired height of cut and Figure 18 install a spacer into the designated height-of-cut hole Rear Wheels and slot (Figure... -
Page 25: Checking The Interlock Switches
Checking the Interlock Using the InfoCenter LCD Switches Display Service Interval: Before each use or daily The InfoCenter LCD display shows information about your machine such as the operating status, various diagnostics and other information about the machine (Figure 21). There is a CAUTION splash screen and main information screen of the InfoCenter. - Page 26 InfoCenter Icon Description InfoCenter Icon Description (cont'd.) SERVICE DUE Indicates when scheduled service should be performed The engine is shut off. Engine rpm/status—indicates the engine speed in rpm Engine Info icon Key switch Sets the maximum traction speed Fast Mower decks are lowering. Mower decks are raising.
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Page 27: Using The Menus
(DPF) in the maintenance Left Deck Refer to the Service Manual or section for details. Center Deck your Toro Distributor for more Right Deck information on the Engine Traction Pedal Run menu and the information Sit down or set the parking Traction contained there. -
Page 28: Protected Menus
If the Stationary Regeneration icon appears on the InfoCenter, 3. To view and change the settings with a passcode, use refer to the Service Manual or contact your Toro Distributor the left button to change the Protect Settings to O for the maintenance procedure. -
Page 29: Selecting A Blade
Selecting a Blade Standard Combination Sail This blade was designed to provide excellent lift and dispersion in almost any condition. If more or less lift and discharge velocity is required, consider a different blade. Attributes: Excellent lift and dispersion in most conditions. Angled Sail The blade generally performs best in lower heights of cut–... -
Page 30: Choosing Accessories
Choosing Accessories Optional Equipment Configurations Angle Sail Blade High-Lift, Parallel Sail Mulching Baffle Roller Scraper Blade (Do not use with the mulching baffle) Grass Cutting: 1.9 to 4.4 Recommended in most May work well in light or Has been shown to Use the scraper any cm (3/4 to 1-3/4 inches) applications... -
Page 31: Starting And Shutting Off The Engine
Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle. that it is in neutral. Ensure that the parking brake is set. • Use accessories and attachments approved by The Toro® Company only. 2. Turn the ignition key to the R position. -
Page 32: Understanding The Operating Characteristics Of The Machine
With Toro Smart Power™, the operator does not have to listen to the engine speed in heavy conditions. Smart Power prevents bogging down in heavy turf by automatically controlling the machine speed and optimizing cutting performance. -
Page 33: Operating Tips
Operating Tips Resolving Aftercut Appearance Reference the Aftercut Appearance Troubleshooting Guide available at www.Toro.com. Mowing When Grass Is Dry Mow either in the late morning to avoid the dew, which Transporting the Machine causes grass clumping, or in late afternoon to avoid the... -
Page 34: After Operation
system, prevents wear on system parts, and also prevents accidental lowering of the mower decks. After Operation After Operation Safety General Safety • Clean grass and debris from the mower decks, drives, muffler, and engine to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills. - Page 35 Figure 26 1. Bypass valve (2) 3. Close the bypass valves before starting the engine. Torque to 70 N∙m (52 ft-lb) to close the valve. Hauling the Machine • Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or a truck. •...
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Page 36: Maintenance
• Inspect the fuel lines and connections. Yearly Important: Refer to your engine operator's manual for additional maintenance procedures. Note: Download a free copy of the electrical or hydraulic schematic by visiting www.Toro.com and searching for your machine from the Manuals link on the home page. - Page 37 Duplicate this page for routine use. Daily Maintenance Checklist For the week of: Maintenance Check Item Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Check the safety-interlock operation. Check the brake operation. Check the engine-oil level. Check the cooling-system-fluid level. Drain the water/fuel separator.
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Page 38: Service Interval Chart
Service Interval Chart Figure 27 CAUTION If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Remove the key from the ignition switch before you perform any maintenance. -
Page 39: Premaintenance Procedures
If your machine requires major repairs or if you desire assistance, contact your Toro Distributor. • Use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty. -
Page 40: Opening The Hood
Accessing the Hydraulic Lift Compartment Tilt the seat to access the hydraulic lift compartment as shown Figure Figure 29 Opening the Hood Tilt the hood to access the chassis as shown in Figure Figure 31 Figure 30... -
Page 41: Lubrication
Lubrication • Steering-cylinder ball joints (2) as shown in Figure 34 Greasing the Bearings and Bushings Service Interval: Every 50 hours (And after every washing). Grease specification: No. 2 lithium grease The grease fitting locations and quantities are as follows: •... -
Page 42: Engine Maintenance
Engine Maintenance • Cutting-unit spindle-shaft bearings (2 per mower deck) as shown in Figure 36 Note: You can use either fitting, whichever is more Engine Safety accessible. Pump grease into the fitting until a small amount appears at bottom of the spindle housing (under Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding oil to the deck). -
Page 43: Servicing The Engine Oil
Use only high-quality engine oil. Note: Toro Premium Engine oil is available from your distributor in either 15W-40 or 10W-30 viscosity. See the Parts Catalog for part numbers. - Page 44 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Service Interval: Every 250 hours 1. Start the engine and let it run 5 minutes to allow the oil to warm up. 2. With the machine parked on a level surface, shut off the engine, remove the key from the key switch, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
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Page 45: Fuel System Maintenance
Inspecting the Fuel Lines and Fuel System Connections Maintenance Service Interval: Every 400 hours—Inspect the fuel lines and connections. Servicing the Water Separator Yearly—Inspect the fuel lines and connections. Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Drain water Inspect the fuel lines and connections for deterioration, or other contaminants from the fuel damage, or loose connections. -
Page 46: Priming The Fuel System
Electrical System 5. Insert the fuel-pickup tube through the rubber bushing and into the tank (Figure 44). Maintenance Note: Ensure that the fuel-pickup tube is fully seated into the rubber bushing. 6. Install the supply hose onto the fitting of the Electrical System Safety fuel-pickup tube, and secure the hose with the hose •... -
Page 47: Locating The Fuses
Rinse with clear water. Coat the battery posts and cable connectors with Grafo 112X (skin-over) grease (Toro Part No. 505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. Charging and Connecting the... - Page 48 • When removing or installing the battery, 7. Coat both battery connections with Grafo 112X (skin-over) grease (Toro Part No. 505-47), petroleum do not allow the battery terminals to touch jelly, or light grease to prevent corrosion.
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Page 49: Drive System Maintenance
4. Install both plugs. 5. Repeat steps through on the opposite planetary gear assembly. Figure 51 1. Front drive wheels 3. Repeat step for the other drive wheel. 4. If either wheel moves, contact your Toro Distributor to have the planetary drive rebuilt. -
Page 50: Changing The Planetary-Gear-Drive Lubricant
Changing the 6. Through the open hole, slowly fill the planetary with 0.65 L (22 oz) of high-quality SAE 85W-140 gear lube. Planetary-Gear-Drive Important: If the planetary fills before the 0.65 L Lubricant. (22 oz) of oil is added, wait 1 hour or install the plug and move the machine approximately 3 m Service Interval: After the first 200 hours (10 ft) to distribute the gear lubricant through the... -
Page 51: Changing The Rear-Axle Lubricant
Checking the Rear Axle-Gearbox Lubricant Service Interval: Every 400 hours Check the lubricant level before the engine is first started and every 400 hours thereafter. Lubricant specification: high-quality SAE 85W-140 gear lubricant Axle capacity: 0.5 L (16 oz) 1. Position the machine on a level surface. Figure 56 2. -
Page 52: Cooling System Maintenance
Cooling System Maintenance Cooling System Safety CAUTION Discharge of hot, pressurized coolant or touching a hot radiator and surrounding parts can cause severe Figure 59 burns. 1. Front of machine 3. Center-to-center distance • Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine 2. -
Page 53: Cleaning The Cooling System
Cleaning the Cooling System Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Remove debris from the engine area, oil cooler, and radiator. Clean them more frequently in dirty conditions. This machine is equipped with a hydraulically driven fan drive system that automatically (or manually) reverses to reduce oil cooler/radiator and screen debris build-up. -
Page 54: Brake Maintenance
Brake Maintenance Adjusting the Service Brakes Adjust the service brakes when there is more than 25 mm (1 inch) of free travel of the brake pedal, or when the brakes do not work effectively. Free travel is the distance the brake pedal moves before braking resistance is felt. -
Page 55: Belt Maintenance
L (5 US gallon) pails or 208 L (55 US gallon) drums. See the Parts Catalog or your Toro Distributor for part numbers.) Alternate fluids: If the Toro fluid is not available, other fluids may be used provided they meet all the following material properties and industry specifications. - Page 56 EnviroSyn 46H Important: Mobil EAL EnviroSyn 46H is the only synthetic biodegradable fluid approved by Toro. This fluid is compatible with the elastomers used in Toro hydraulic systems and is suitable for a wide-range of temperature conditions. This fluid is compatible...
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Page 57: Changing The Hydraulic Fluid
If the fluid becomes contaminated, contact your Toro Distributor because the system must be flushed. Use Toro replacement filters Part No. 94-2621 for the rear Contaminated fluid looks milky or black when compared to (mower decks) of the machine and Part No. 75-1310 for the clean hydraulic fluid. -
Page 58: Checking The Hydraulic Lines And Hoses
Checking the Hydraulic Lines and Hoses Service Interval: Before each use or daily Inspect the hydraulic lines and hoses daily for leaks, kinked lines, loose mounting supports, wear, loose fittings, weather deterioration, and chemical deterioration. Make all necessary repairs before operating the machine. Figure 68 3. -
Page 59: Mower Deck Maintenance
Mower Deck Assembling the Mower Decks to the Machine Maintenance 1. Move the mower deck into position in front of the machine. Separating the Mower Decks 2. Slide the deck carrier frame onto the lift-arm-pivot pin from the Machine (Figure 70). -
Page 60: Blade Maintenance
Assembling the Front Roller Blade Maintenance 1. Press the first bearing into the roller housing (Figure 71). Press on the outer race only or equally on the Blade Safety inner and outer race. 2. Insert the spacer (Figure 71). DANGER 3. -
Page 61: Servicing The Cutter Blade
Replace the blade if it hits a solid object, is out of balance, proceed to Adjusting the Blade Plane (page 61). or is bent. Always use genuine Toro replacement blades to be sure of safety and optimum performance. Never use replacement blades made by other manufacturers because Adjusting the Blade Plane they could be dangerous. - Page 62 DANGER A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator’s or bystander’s area, resulting in serious personal injury or death Figure 76 • Inspect the blade periodically for wear or 1.
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Page 63: Storage
B. Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with a wire brush and baking soda solution. C. Coat the cable terminals and battery posts with Grafo 112X skin-over grease (Toro Part No. 505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. D. Slowly charge the battery every 60 days for 24 hours to prevent lead sulfation of the battery. - Page 64 Notes:...
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- Page 68 Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.