Form No. 3354-442 Rev A Mid-Size, T-bar, Gear, 15hp or 17hp with 44in Side Discharge Mower Model No. 30326—Serial No. 260000001 and Up Model No. 30327—Serial No. 260000001 and Up Register your product at www.Toro.
Warning CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002 Important: This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land.
1 Removing the Shipping Bracket and Shipping Washers............................. 12 2 Installing the Handle Assembly .......................... 12 3 Installing the Fuel Tank ................... 13 4 Checking and Adjusting the Shift Lever Plate ........................ 13 5 Installing the Control Rods.............. 14 6 Installing the Hairpin Cotter Pins and Spacers ....................... 15 7 Reading the Manual and Viewing the Safety Video................. 16 Product Overview .............................
Safety • Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Note: The addition of attachments made by other manufacturers that do not meet American National Standards Institute certification will cause noncompliance of this machine. – Use only an approved container – Never remove gas cap or add fuel with engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury.
• Stop equipment and inspect blades after striking objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make necessary repairs before resuming operations. • Keep hands and feet away from the cutting unit. • Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of a clear path. • Keep pets and bystanders away. • Slow down and use caution when making turns and crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop blades if not mowing. • Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone.
turn over if a wheel goes over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. • Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. • Mow slopes side to side. • Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Service • Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as near a water heater or furnace.
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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.
104-8186 93-1122 95-2814 106-0699 98-0776 98-3256 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
6-5532 105-0884 106-0635 106-5499 10
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Step 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Qty.
Step 1 Removing the Shipping Bracket and Shipping Washers Figure 4 No Parts Required 1. Center Gage Wheels and Spacer 2. Nut 3. Bolt Procedure 1. Remove the center gage wheel nut, 2 large washers, angle bracket and 1 small washer (Figure 3). Discard the 2 large washers and the angle bracket. 4. Washer 5. Spacer Step 2 Installing the Handle Assembly Parts needed for this step: 1 4 4 Procedure Figure 3 1. Center Gage Wheels and Spacer 2. Nut 3. Large washer-discard 4. Angle bracket-discard 5.
Note: Tighten left side of the fuel tank until it is completely tight and then unscrew locknut one full turn. This will allow the spring to work. Figure 5 1. 2. 3. 4. Upper handle Rear frame Flange nut, (3/8 inch) Flange bolt, (3/8 x 1 inch) 5. 6. 7. 8. Upper mounting hole Lower mounting holes Low position High position Figure 6 1. 2. 3. Note: Handle assembly must be installed before fuel tank is installed. Bolt, 5/16 x 7/8 inch Lock washer, (5/16 inch) Washer, (5/16 inch) 4. 5. 6.
Step 4 Checking and Adjusting the Shift Lever Plate No Parts Required Procedure 1. Shift lever to second gear and check alignment of lever in slot of shift lever plate. The clearance between top and bottom of the shift lever should be equal (Figure 8). Figure 9 1. Shift lever in 2nd gear 3. 2. Shift lever plate 4. Shift lever in neutral position Equal distance Step 5 Installing the Control Rods Figure 8 1. Shift lever 2. Shift lever plate 3. Rubber seal washer 4. 5. 6.
Note: The upper control bar and fixed bar must be parallel when the upper control bar is in the engaged, drive, neutral, or brake positions. 5. Check the operation. If adjustment is required, remove hairpin cotter, washer and clevis pin securing control rod fitting to idler bracket. 6. Thread fitting up or down on rod until proper position is attained and install the fitting into the idler bracket with clevis pin, washer and hairpin cotter. Figure 10 1. Control rod 2. Upper control bar 3. 4.
Step 6 Installing the Hairpin Cotter Pins and Spacers Parts needed for this step: 2 6 Hairpin cotter pin Spacers Figure 14 1. Hairpin cotter Procedure 2. Unused spacers Unused height-of-cut spacers may be stored on posts and retained by a hairpin cotter. 3. Height-of-cut post (front shown) Step 7 Note: Make sure there is at least one spacer used on each height-of-cut post. 1. Remove the existing rear hairpin cotter pins from the rear height-of-cut posts (Figure 13).
Product Overview Figure 15 1. 2. 3. 4. Side discharge chute Mower deck Recoil starter Gas tank 5. 6. 7. Controls Handle Caster wheel Figure 16 1. 2. Controls 3. 4. 5. 6. Become familiar with all the controls (Figure 16) before you start the engine and operate the machine. Power take off switch (PTO) 7. Parking brake 8. lever-released position Upper handle 9. Blade control bail 10. Upper control bar 11.
Important: Do not shift while unit is moving, as transmission damage may occur. Upper Control Bar Shift to the desired gear and push forward on the upper control bar to engage forward traction operation and pull back to brake forward movement. Pull back on right side of upper control bar to turn right and left side to turn left. Lower Control Bar Shift transmission to reverse and squeeze the lower control bar and handle together to engage rearward traction assist operation.
Operation In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. Recommended Gasoline Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not available. • Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, when the engine is cold. Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
to Checking Oil Level in Engine Maintenance, page 28 Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. • Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Think Safety First • Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or conditioner opening. Carefully read all the safety instructions and decals in the safety section.
2. Let engine idle for 30 to 60 seconds before turning the ignition key to off. 3. Turn the ignition key to off (Figure 19). Figure 18 1. Upper control bar 2. Parking brake lever-set position 3. Fixed bar Figure 19 1. Releasing the Parking Brake Throttle lever 2. Ignition key 1. Pull rearward on the upper control bar. Lower the parking brake lock to the released position. 4. Set the parking brake and remove key. 2. Gradually release the upper control bar. 5.
Testing the Safety Interlock System Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine each time. Note: If the safety system does not operate as described below, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately. 1. Set the parking brake and start the engine; refer to Starting and Stopping the Engine in Operation, page 19. 2. Squeeze the blade control bail against upper control bar. The blades should not rotate. 3.
4. Lift the front of the machine by pushing down on the lower handle (Figure 22). 5. Drive the machine until drive wheels contact the curb (Figure 22). 6. Lower the front of the machine (Figure 22). Note: Both drive wheels should contact the curb and caster wheels straight. 7. At the same time engage the lower control bar and lift up on the lower handle to drive over the curb (Figure 21 and Figure 22).
Note: Lifting up on the lower handle will assist driving the machine up a curb and not spin the drive wheels. Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris. Contact with rotating mower blade(s) and thrown debris will cause injury or death. Stopping the Machine To stop the machine, pull back on the upper control bar, release the blade control bail, and turn the ignition key to off.
Figure 24 1. 2. 3. Gage Wheels Nut Bolt 4. 5. Washer Spacer Figure 23 1. Carrier Frame 2. Hairpin Cotter 3. Front height-of-cut post 4. 5. Spacers Back height-of-cut post Adjusting the Gage Wheels The gage wheels need to be adjusted in the proper hole location for each height-of-cut position. There needs to be 3/8 inch (10 mm) minimum clearance above the ground. Figure 25 1. 2. Center Gage Wheels and spacer Nut 3. Bolt 4. Washer 1.
and hairpin cotter. Refer to Installing the Control Rods in Setup, page 11. 6. Check the parking brake adjustment. Refer to Checking the Brakes in Brake Maintenance, page 36. Figure 26 1. Control rod and tting 2. Idler bracket 3. Clevis pin 4. 5. 6. Washer Hairpin cotter pin Rod tting 2. Loosen the upper flange bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and flange nut securing handle to rear frame (Figure 27). Figure 27 1. 2. 3. 4. Upper handle Rear frame Flange nut, (3/8 inch) Flange bolt, (3/8 x 1 inch) 5. 6. 7. 8.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the rst 8 operating hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • • • • • • Check the safety interlock system. Grease the caster wheels and caster pivot. Check the engine oil level. Clean the air intake screen. Check the brakes. Inspect the blades.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make sure to scrape any paint off the front of the fitting(s). 4. Connect a grease gun to the fitting. Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings. 5. Wipe up any excess grease. Lubricating the Caster and Wheel Bearings Figure 29 1. Lubricate the front wheel bearings and front spindles (Figure 28). 2.
Paper element: Check it after every 50 operating hours. Replace it after every 200 operating hours or yearly, which ever comes first. Inspect the foam and paper elements and replace them if they are damaged or excessively dirty. Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few operating hours) if the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Important: Do not oil the foam or paper element. Removing the Foam and Paper Elements 1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. 2.
Installing the Foam and Paper Elements 3. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Important: To prevent engine damage, always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner assembly installed. 4. Clean around the oil dipstick (Figure 33) so that dirt cannot fall into the filler hole and damage the engine. 1. Carefully slide the foam element onto the paper air cleaner element (Figure 31). 2.
7. When oil has drained completely, close the drain valve. 8. Remove the drain hose (Figure 34). Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. Figure 35 1. 2. 2. Adapter 3. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on the replacement filter (Figure 35). 4. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter, turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an additional 3/4 turn (Figure 35). 5.
Important: Always replace the spark plugs when it has a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks. 3. Check the gap between the center and side electrodes (Figure 37). Bend the side electrode (Figure 37) if the gap is not correct. Installing the Spark Plugs 1. Install the spark plugs and the metal washer. Ensure that the air gap is set correctly. 2. Tighten the spark plugs to 16 ft-lb (22 N⋅m). 3. Connect the wires to the spark plugs (Figure 37). Fuel System Maintenance Figure 36 1.
Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter because the fuel tank is empty. Refer to Replacing the Fuel Filter. 5. Install the fuel line onto the fuel filter. Slide the hose clamp close to the valve to secure the fuel line. Figure 39 1. 2. Hose clamp Fuel line 3. Filter 5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines. 6. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to the filter. Figure 38 1. Fuel shut-off valve 2. Clamp 7. Open fuel shut-off valve at fuel tank (Figure 38).
Replacing the Caster Wheel Fork Bushings The caster wheel forks are mounted in bushings pressed into the top and bottom of the carrier frame mounting tubes. To check the bushings, move the caster forks back and forth and side-to-side. If a caster fork is loose, the bushings are worn and must be replaced. 1. Raise the cutting unit so the caster wheels are off the floor, then block up the front of the mower with jack stands. Figure 40 2.
Figure 43 1. Mounting Tube 2. Bushing Figure 44 5. Grease the inside and outside of the new bushings. Use a hammer and flat plate to carefully drive the bushings into the mounting tube. 1. 2. 3. Locknut Wheel Bolt Bushing 4. 5. Spanner Bushing Roller Bearing 2. Remove one bushing, then pull the spanner bushing and roller bearing out of the wheel hub (Figure 44). 6. Inspect the caster wheel fork for wear and replace if necessary (Figure 42). 7.
brake does not hold securely, an adjustment is required. Checking the Brakes 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the PTO. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Apply the parking brake. The wheels must lock when you try to push the machine forward. 4. If the wheels do not lock, adjust the brakes. Refer to Adjusting the Brakes. Figure 45 1. Adjusting nut 2. Slot 3. 5.
1. Remove the top capscrew securing idler support and idler bracket to rear frame (Figure 47). Figure 47 Figure 46 1. Hairpin cotter and washer 2. Trunnion 5. 6. 3. Brake lever 4. Wing nut 7. 1. 2. 3. Hole F Initial adjustment- 1-1/4 inch (32 mm) Rod Top capscrew Idler bracket Idler support 4. 5. Bottom capscrew Traction drive belt 2. Loosen bottom two mounting screws enough to allow belt to pass between drive pulley and idler support (Figure 47). 6.
5. Disconnect clutch wire connector from wire harness. 6. Disconnect clutch retainer from the engine deck (Figure 48). 4. Remove the knobs/rubber washers holding the belt cover to the cutting unit and remove the belt cover. 5. Remove the PTO drive belt. Refer to Replacing the PTO Drive Belt in Belt Maintenance, page 37. 6. Disconnect the idler arm spring to relieve tension on the idler arm and idler pulley, then remove the worn mower deck belt (Figure 49). 7.
1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Remove the knobs/rubber washers holding the carrier frame cover and remove the carrier frame cover. 4. Remove the knobs/rubber washers holding the belt covers to the top of the cutting unit and remove the belt covers. 5. Remove the heat shield from the engine deck and carrier frame. 6. Remove the idler spring from idler arm.
Inspecting the Blades Inspect the blades every 8 hours. 1. Inspect the cutting edges (Figure 51). If the edges are not sharp or have nicks, remove and sharpen the blades. Refer to Sharpening the Blades. Figure 52 1. Measure here from blade to hard surface Figure 51 1. Cutting Edge 2. Curved Area 3. 2. Position A 4. Rotate the opposite ends of the blades forward. 5. Measure from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blades at the same position as in step 3 above.
Blades must be replaced if a solid object is hit, if the blade is out of balance or is bent. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards. Figure 54 1. Hold the blade end using a rag or thickly-padded glove. 1. 2. Remove the blade bolt, blade stiffener, washer, and blade from the spindle shaft (Figure 53). Sharpen at original angle 2.
operating position. Disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s). 7. Align the carrier frame and engine deck to match 1-5/16 inch (33 mm), plus or minus a 1/4 inch (6 mm) at location A (Figure 56). 3. Adjust the tire pressure in all tires to specifications on page . 8. Tighten the carrier frame mounting bolts on both sides of the machine. 4. Check that the blades and spindle shafts are not bent. Refer to Checking for Bent Blades. Checking the Engine Deck Height 5.
Figure 59 Figure 58 1. Caster Wheel 4. 5. 2. Carrier Frame 3. 1/4-3/8 inch (6-10 mm) pitch over 24 inch (61 cm) length Height at locations A and B Caster spacers 1. Caster Wheel 4. 2. 3. Carrier Frame Front height-of-cut pins 5. Same height at locations A and B Caster spacers 5. Measure carrier frame height at location B (Figure 59). 2. Measure carrier frame height at location A (Figure 58). 6.
3. To lower the front of the deck, loosen jam nut and rotate the front pin counter clockwise (Figure 61). 4. Position the blades front-to-rear. Measure at C and D locations (Figure 60) from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blades. 5. Check the side-to-side leveling of the cutting unit. 6. Tighten the jam nuts (Figure 61). Checking the Deck Side-to-Side Leveling 1. Check the tire pressure on both deck and traction unit. Figure 60 1. Measure blade at points A and B 2.
Replacing the Grass Deector 1. Change the tire pressure on both deck and traction unit. Do this to the corresponding side that needs adjustment. 2. Recheck the front-to-rear pitch and side to side leveling of the cutting unit. An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur. Matching Height of Cut 1. Check the tire pressure on both deck and traction unit.
Note: Make sure the L end of spring is installed behind deck edge before installing the bolt as shown in Figure 64. 3. Install bolt and nut. Place the J hook end of spring around grass deflector (Figure 64). Important: The grass deflector must be able to rotate. Lift the deflector up to the full open position and ensure that it rotates into the full down position.
Storage Engine Maintenance, page 28. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Now use the starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug(s). Do not install the wire on the spark plug(s). Cleaning and Storage 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the key. 2.
Troubleshooting Problem Engine will not start, starts hard, or fails to keep running. Possible Cause 1. Fuel tank is empty. 2. Choke is not on. 3. Air cleaner is dirty. 4. Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected. 5. Spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the gap is incorrect. 6. Dirt in the fuel lter. 7. Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in the fuel system. Engine loses power. 1. Engine load is excessive. 2. Air cleaner is dirty. 3. Oil level in the crankcase is low. 4.
Problem Machine does not drive. Possible Cause 1. Shift lever is in neutral. 2. Traction belt is worn, loose or broken. 3. Traction belt is off a pulley. 4. Broken or missing idler spring. Abnormal vibration. Uneven cutting height. Corrective Action 1. Move shift lever to a drive gear position. 2. Change the belt. 3. Change the belt. 4. Replace the spring. 1. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent or unbalanced. 2. Blade mounting bolt is loose. 3. Engine mounting bolts are loose. 4.
Problem Blades do not rotate. Possible Cause 1. Drive belt is worn, loose or broken. 2. Drive belt is off pulley. 3. Deck belt is worn, loose or broken. 4. Deck belt is off pulley. 5. Broken or missing idler spring. 50 Corrective Action 1. Check the belt tension. 2. Install drive belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position. 3. Install new deck belt. 4. Inspect the belt and replace if damaged. Check the pulleys and idler pulleys. 5. Replace the spring.
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Evaporative Emission Control Warranty Statement 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 equipment. 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 Total Coverage Guarantee LCE A Limited Warranty Conditions and Products Covered Owner Responsibilities The Toro® Company and its afliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair the listed Toro Products if defective in materials or workmanship. The following time periods apply from the date of purchase: You must maintain your Toro Product by following the maintenance procedures described in the operator’s manual.
