MODEL NC. 0341060001 & UP MODEL NO. 0343060001 & UP FORM NO. 3317895 OPERATOR'S MANUAL TOR, To assure maximum safety, optimum performance, and to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential that you or any other operator of the mower read and understand the contends of this manual before the engine is ever started, Pay particular attention o the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS highlighted by this symbol.
FOREWORD The REEL MASTER 216 was developed to provide an efficient, reliable and time~saving method of mowing high quality turf. The latest concepts in engineering and design have been incorporated into this machine along with the highest duality parts and workmanship. Excellent service will be derived if proper operation and maintenance practices are followed. We know, since you have purchased the industry leader in mowing excellence, that future performance and dependability are of prime importance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before Operating . While Operating 4 Maintenance 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & DECALS .. 1 SPECIFICATIONS LOOSE PARTS CHART SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS . install Rear Wheel install Steering Wheel e In staling Seat . 8 Install Front Pivot Rods Mount Front Roller Set and Level Rear Roller .. 11 Adjust Bed knife Parallel! To Reel Verify Height—of—Cut Setting 12 Mount Cutting Units 12 install Cutting Uit Drive Belts 13 install Belt Pensioners To Cutting Units .
A SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner of the machine can result in injury. To reduce the potential for any injury, comply with the following safety instructions. BEFORE OPERATING 1. Operate the machine only after reading and understanding the contents of this manual. A free replacement manual is available by sending complete model and serial number to: The Torah Company 8111 Tyndale Ave. 8., Blooming ton, KN 554201196, 2.
A SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 18. Do not touch engine, muffler, exhaust pipe or hydraulic tank while engine is running or soon after it fas stopped because these areas could be hot enough to cause numbs. 19. If a cutting unit strikes a solid object or vibrates abnormally, stop immediately. Turn engine off, wait for all motion to stop and inspect for damage. A damaged reel or bed knife must be repaired or replaced before operation is continued, 20. Before getting off the seat: A. Move traction pedal to neutral. 8.
A SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS The following safety and instruction decals are affixed to the traction unit, if any decal becomes illegible or damaged, install a new decal. Part numbers are listed below and in your Parts Catalog. Order replacements from your Authorized Torah Distributor. BOREHOLE 0 @| [SPRING LOADED MECHANISM \? @) SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL PARKING FOR DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE, samosa BRAKE e ON LIFT ARMS ON LEFT FOOTREST {Part No. 55-4300) (Part No.
SPECIFICATIONS Engine: Kohl er, 4 cycle, air cooled, 16 hp @ 3600 rpm, 35.90 cu. in. (588 cc) displacement. Satellite intake and exhaust valve and rotatory. Mechanical fuel pump, large capacity dual element air cleaner. 5-1/4 pint oil capacity. Electrical: 12 volt starter. Electronic solid state ignition Interlock switches. 15 amp alternator and solid state regulator rectifier, Fuel Capacity: 6 gallons.
Note: Use this chart as a checklist to assure all parts necessary for assembly have been received. Without these LOOSE PARTS CHART parts, total set-up cannot be completed. Some parts may have already been assembled at factory. Wheel Says. Spacers Flat Washer Castor Axle Lockout Install Rear Wheel on Model 03410, Wheel Says. Lug Nuts Install Rear Wheel on Model 03430, Roll Pin Mount Steering Wheel, Pivot Rod Lock washers x Install to Front Lift Arms.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL REAR WHEEL (Fig. 182) Model 03410 — Two wheel drive 1. Mount wheal assembly to rear castor fork with (2) spacers, flat washer, castor axle and lockout. Spacers 10 be positioned on inside of fork and washer outside of fork, Torque nut to 4565 ft—ib Figure 1 1, Sheet assembly 2. Rear castor fork 3. Spacer {2) 4, Castor axis Model 03430 ~ Three wheel drive 1. Mount wheel assembly onto rear wheel hub. Figure 2 1. Wheel assembly 2. Rear wheel hub 3. Lug nut 2.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS 3. On Deluxe Seat, remove machine screws securing upper sides to seat bottom, Move seat slides inward to next set of mounting holes and re secure with machine sowers and (4) M8 lockouts. Apply Locate to fasteners. 4. Loosely secure slides to seat plate with fasteners supplied with seat. Note: Mount seat in forward holes to attain forward adjustment. 5. Tighten flange nuts and check operation of seat.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS 6. Toiler brackets must be aligned for installation onto cutting unit. if necessary to align after bearing adjustment, remove roller bracket on side with flanges eyeliner, align with opposite roller bracket within + one hex flat and replace. 7. Reinstall pins. 8. Reinstall (2) lockouts securing each angle bracket 10 cutting unit. SET HEIGHT OF CUT AND LEVEL REAR ROLLER (Fig. 7) {Floating Cutting Unit) 1. Position cutting unit on a fiat level table or board. 2.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS 2. On either end of reel, insert a long strip of dry newspaper between reel and bed knife. While slowly rotating reel into bed knife, tum bed knife adjusting knob clockwise, one click at a time until paper is pinched lightly, which results in a slight drag when paper is pulled. FLOATING CUTTING UNIT SHOWN Figure 10 3. Check for light contact at other end of real using paper. If light contact is not evident, proceed to next step. 4. Loosen {2} carriage bolts on bed bar adjuster (Fig. 11).
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Note: When mounting rear cutting unit, thrust washer to be positioned between cutting unit support and flat washer at rear, Figure 14 1, Thrust washer 2. Cutting unit support 3. Flat washer, lock washer & cap screw 3. Frost cutting units should be parallel to front wheels. To adjust, loosen cap screws securing supports to cutting units, adjust cutting units unfit parallel, then, re tighten screws. INSTALL CUTTING UNIT DRIVE BELTS (Fig. 15) {Floating Cutting Units) 1.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS 2. Adjust cleaner bracket so there is approximately 030 — .080 clearance between bracket and pulley, then tighten cap screw and lockout. Figure 17 1. Cleaner bracket INSTALL COUNTERBALANCE SPRINGS (Figs. 18~20) A WARNING Use caution when pensioning springs as they are under heavy load. 1. Hook one end of spring into second hole (from bottom) on cutting unit lift tab (Fig. 18). Figure 18 1. Cutting unit lift tab 2.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS ADD REAR BALLAST This unit complies with ANSI B Standard when equipped with rear ballast. Use chart below 1o determine weight or combinations of weights needed. Cutting Unit Weight Required Configuration Fixed {no Calcium Chloride in rear carrier frame trig. Calcium Chloride in rear tire and rear weight, Part No.
BEFORE OPERATING A CAUTION Before servicing or making adjustments to the machine, stop engine and remove key from the switch. CHECK CRANKCASE OIL (rig. 22) The Hokier engine is shipped with 5—1/4 pints of cil in the crankcase; however, level of oit must be checked before and after the engine is first started. 1. Position machine on a level surface. 2. Remove dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag. Push dipstick down into dipstick tube and make sure it is seated fully.
BEFORE OPERATING CHECK HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FLUID (Fig. 24) The hydraulic system is designed 1o operate with Obit DTE 26 or equivalent anti~wear hydraulic fluid. The machine's reservoir is filled at the factory with approximately 3—1/2 gallons of fluid.
CONTROLS Traction and Stopping Pedal (Fig. Traction pedal has three functions: one, to make the machine move forward, two, 1o move it backward and three, to stop machine, Using the heel and toe of the right foot, depress top of pedal to move forward and bottom of pedal to move backward or to assist in stopping when moving forward. Also, allow pedal to move or move it to neutral position to stop machine. For operator comfort, do not rest heel of foot on reverse when operating forward. Figure 27 1.
CONTROLS Cutting Unit Drive Switch (Fig. 20) — The switch has two positions: ENGAGE and DISENGAGE. Push~Pull switch engages electromagnetic clutch to drive cutting units. Amber light on dash indicate when reels are rotating. Hour Meter (Fig. 29) — Indicates the total hours of machine operation. The Hour Meter stairs to function whenever the key switch is rotated to “ON” position. Fuse Holder (Fig. Amp fuse protects the starter circuit.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING/STOPPING ENGINE 1. Be sure parking brake is set and Reel Drive switch is in DISENGAGE position. 2. Remove foot from traction pedal and make sure pedal is in neutral position. 3. Move choke lever to ON position— when starting a cold engine — and throttle fever fo half throttle position, 4. Insert key into ignition switch and rotate it clockwise to start the engine. Release key when engine starts. Regulate the choke to keep engine running smoothly.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TOWING TRACTION UNIT (Fig. 33) In case of emergency, the Reel master 216 can be towed for a short distance. However, Toto does not recommend this as a standard procedure. IMPORTANT: Do not tow the machine faster than 2—-3 mph because drive system may be damaged. If machine must be moved a considerable distance, transport it on a truck or trailer. 1. Reach under front of machine and rotate by—pass valve on pump counterclockwise until it is fully open. Figure 33 1. By-pass valve 2.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Make sure cooling fins and area around engine cooling air intake are kept free of dirt or grass clippings. After cleaning, it is recommended the machine be inspected for possible hydraulic fluid leaks, damage or wear to hydraulic and mechanical components and the cutting units checked for sharpness and proper reel to bed knife adjustment.
MAINTENANCE CHART AND CHECKLIST Daily Maintenance: {(duplicate this page for routine use) Check proper section of Operator's Manual for fluid specifications Maintenance Check stem » Daily Maintenance Check For Week Of MON TUES WED | THURS FRI SAT SUN 1~ Safety Interlock Operation +» Brake Operation » Engine Ol Level » Air Filter Uncleaner Clean Engine Tooling Fins » Unusual Engine Noises » Unusual Operating Noises » Hydraulic System Oil Level »~ Hydraulic Hoses for Damage » Fluid Leaks » Fuel Level = Tire P
MAINTENANCE A\ caution Before servicing or making adjustments to the machine, stop engine and remove key from the switch, CHANGING CRANKCASE OIL (Fig. 42) For new engines, change oil after first 5 operating hours, Thereafter, under normal conditions, change oil after every 25 hours of engine operation. However, an engine operated in dusty or dirty conditions requires more frequent oil changes. if possible, run engine just before changing oil.
MAINTENANCE Inspect paper relent every 50 hours of operation and replace when dirty or damaged. Do not wash paper element or do not clean with compressed air as damage will occur, Note: With air cleaner disassembled, check air cleaner components for damage. Replace if necessary. Make sure rubber breather tube in base plate is securely in place or severe engine damage may occur. 5. Reinstall element with uncleaner, element cover seal, air cleaner element cover, nut, air cleaner cover and lock nut. 6.
MAINTENANCE 3. Check condition of center and side electrodes to determine operating temperature of engine. A, Light brown insulator tip indicates correct spark plug and heat range. B. Black or oily insulator tip indicates an excessively rich fuel mixture, possibly caused by a dirty air cleaner element or a carburetor that is set 100 rich. C. tight gray or Dblistered~white insulator indicates overheating caused by a lean carburetor sifting or incorrect spark plug {heat range toc high}. Figure 46 1.
MAINTENANCE 3. Loosen the hose clamps at both ends of the filter and pull fuel lines off filter. 4. Slide hose clamps onto ends of fuel lines. Push fuel lines onto fuse filter and secure them with hose clamps. Be sure arrow on side of filter points toward the carburetor. ADJUSTING TRANSMISSION FOR NEUTRAL (Fig. 48) lithe machine “creeps” when the traction control pedal is in the neutral position, the spring leaf assembly must be adjusted. 1.
MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING TRACTION PEDAL (Fig. 51-52) if traction pedal contacts footrest when pushed fully forward or maximum forward fraction speed is unattainable, an adjustment to the traction pedal linkage Is required. There should be 3/4 inch clearance between pedal shaft and footrest when pedal is pushed fully forward. 1. Remove (3) self tapping screws securing support screen to hydraulic support panel. Remove screen, Figure 51 1. Support screen 2. Loosen jam nuts on each end of traction rod.
MAINTENANCE BATTERY CARE 1. Battery electrolyte level must be properly maintained and the 1op of the battery kept clean. if the machine is stored in a location where temperatures are extremely high, the battery will run down more rapidly than if the machine is stored in a location where temperatures are cool. 2. Check the electrolyte level every 25 operating hours or, if machine is in storage, every 30 days. 3. Maintain cell level with distilled or decriminalized water.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Minimum Recommended Maintenance intervals Maintenance Procedure Maintenance Interval & Service Check Battery Fluid/Connections Lubricate Grease Fittings Service Alr Filter Pre Cleaner 1 Change Engine Oil Every Every 25hrs 50hrs t Check Traction Belt Tension Service Air Filter Paper Element Service Spark Plug 1 Morgue Wheel Lug Nuts Every 100hrs T Replace Hydraulic Filter Adjust Electric Clutch inspect Traction Linkage Movement Every 20Chrs Change Hydraulic Fluid Carbon Combustion Chambe
15° AND 20° SLOPE CHART Read all safety decals and safety instructions in this manual . ALIGN THIS EDGE WITH A VERTICAL SURFACE :] {TREE. BUILDING, DIFFERENCES, POLE ETC.
The Toto Promise A One Year Limited Warranty The Toto Company promises to repair your TOR Reel master 216 if defective in materials or workmanship. The following time periods from the date of purchase apply. Commercial Products *Cutting unit drive belts . .