Form No. 3359-410 Rev B Greensmaster® 3100 Traction Unit Model No. 04356—Serial No. 280000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
Warning Model No. 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. Serial No. This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol (Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
Contents Adjusting the Carburetor and Speed Control .......................................................... 30 Replacing the Spark Plugs ................................... 30 Fuel System Maintenance ....................................... 31 Replacing the Fuel Filter ..................................... 31 Fuel Lines and Connections................................ 31 Electrical System Maintenance................................ 31 Servicing the Battery...........................................
Safety • Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire which can be thrown by the machine. This machine meets or exceeds CEN standard EN 836:1997, ISO standard 5395:1990, and ANSI B71.4-2004 specifications in effect at the time of production when 40 lb. of ballast is added to the rear wheel. • Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. – Use only an approved container.
Toro Mower Safety • Slow down and use caution when making turns and crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop reels if not mowing. The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the ANSI standards. • Do not operate the mower under the influence of alcohol or drugs • Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
• • • • • • • • stopped because these areas could be hot enough to cause burns. Stay clear of the rotating screen at the side of the engine to prevent direct contact with your body or clothing. If a cutting unit strikes a solid object or vibrates abnormally, stop immediately, turn the engine off, wait for all motion to stop, and inspect the machine for damage. A damaged reel or bedknife must be repaired or replaced before operation is continued.
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. 106–6367 107–2554 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Read the Operator’s Manual. Off Choke On Slow Continuous variable setting 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 93–6691 Fast Failure/malfunction (Leal detector alarm test) Headlights Engine-stop Engine-start 93–8068 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 1.
93-8062 1. To lock the parking brake, press the brake pedal and the parking brake lock. 2. To unlock the parking brake, press the brake pedal. 93-8063 (Affix over part no. 104–2053 for CE) 3. Parking brake lock * This safety decal includes a slope warning required on the machine for compliance to the European Lawn Mower Safety Standard EN836:1997. The conservative maximum slope angles indicated for operation of this machine are prescribed by and required by this standard.
3–8075 1. Press the lift pedal to raise 2. Press the mow pedal to lower and start the reels. and stop the reels. Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery 1. Explosion hazard 2. No fire, open flame, or smoking. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard 4. Wear eye protection 5. Read the Operator’s Manual. 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. 7. Wear eye protection; explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 8.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Description Use Qty. No parts required – Seat Nut (5/16 inch) Seat cover Bolt (1/4 x 5/8 inch) Nut (1/4 inch) Steering wheel Nut Cap Screw Gauge bar Bolt (#10 x 5/8 inch) Jam nut (#10) Cutting unit Washer Ball stud 1 4 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 6 6 Calcium chloride (purchase separately) 40 lb. Activate and charge the battery. Mount the seat Install the battery.
1 Activating and Charging the Battery No Parts Required Procedure Use only electrolyte (1.265 Specific Gravity) to fill battery initially. Figure 4 1. Electrolyte Warning 4. Allow approximately 20 to 30 minutes for the electrolyte to soak into the plates. Fill as necessary to bring the electrolyte to within about 1/4 inch (6 mm) of the bottom of the fill well (Figure 4).
Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal tractor components causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. • When removing or installing the battery, do not allow the battery terminals to touch any metal parts of the tractor. • Do not allow metal tools to short between the battery terminals and metal parts of the tractor. Figure 5 1. Seat support rod 2.
4. Place the terminal covers over the battery posts. 5. Install the battery clamp and covers and secure them with the wing nuts. Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal tractor components causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. 4 • When removing or installing the battery, do not allow the battery terminals to touch any metal parts of the tractor.
5 Installing the Cutting Units (For Cutting Unit Models 04610 and 04611 Only) Figure 9 Parts needed for this procedure: 1 Gauge bar 1 Bolt (#10 x 5/8 inch) 1 Jam nut (#10) 3 Cutting unit 6 Washer 6 Ball stud 1. Lift arm 2. Lift hook 4. Slide the sleeve back on the ball joint and rotate the pull arm down so the socket fits over the ball stud. Release the sleeve so it slides over the stud and locks the assemblies together (Figure 8). 5.
to the turf, immediately soak the affected area with water. Leave approximately 1/2 inch (13 mm) of threads exposed on each mounting bolt (Figure 11). 7 Install Decal Parts needed for this procedure: 1 Figure 11 1. Bolts Procedure 2. Drive motor Affix the warning decal (93–8063) over the warning decal (104–2053) for CE 8. Remove the protective covers from the cutting units and the reel drive motor shafts. 8 Note: Retain the protective covers for the cutting units.
Product Overview backward or to assist in stopping when moving forward. Also, allow the pedal to move to the neutral position to stop the machine. For operator comfort, do not rest the heel of your foot on reverse when operating forward (Figure 13). Controls Mow Pedal Depressing the mow pedal (Figure 12) fully during operation lowers the cutting units and starts the reels. The mow pedal will stay depressed due to the detent action of the valve bank during operation.
the Open position. A warm engine requires little or no choking. plus a Neutral position. It is permissible to shift from one selection to another while the machine is in motion. No damage will result. Ignition Switch Neutral-used for starting the engine Insert the key into the switch (Figure 14) and turn it clockwise as far as possible to the Start position to start the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine starts; the key will move to the On position.
Specifications Operation Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Overall Width of Cut 69 –3/4 inches (117.2 cm) Overall Length 90 inches (228.6 cm) Overall Height 48-1/2 inches (123.2 cm) Overall Weight with Reels 1240 lb (572 kg) Net Weight (dry) 1000 lb (463 kg) Width of Cut 59 inches (149.9 cm) Wheel Tread 49-1/2 inches (125.7 cm) Wheel Base 46-7/8 inches (119.
3. Unscrew the dipstick out of the tube and check the oil level. In certain conditions during fueling, static electricity can be released causing a spark which can ignite the gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. 4. If the oil level is low, remove the filler cap from the valve cover and pour oil into the opening in the valve cover until the oil level is up to the Full mark on the dipstick.
Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Level Note: Many hydraulic fluids are almost colorless, making it difficult to spot leaks. A red dye additive for the hydraulic system oil is available in 2/3 oz. (20 ml) bottles. One bottle is sufficient for 4-6 gal (15-22 1) of hydraulic oil. Order part no. 44-2500 from your authorized Toro distributor. This red dye is not recommended for use with biodegradable fluids. Use food coloring. The hydraulic fluid reservoir is filled at the factory with approximately 4.5 U.S.
4. Move the choke lever to the closed position (only when starting a cold engine) and the throttle lever to the half throttle position. Vary the tire pressure for the rear wheel from a minimum of 8 psi to a maximum of 15 psi (55 to 103 kPa). 5. Insert and rotate the ignition key clockwise until the engine starts. After the engine starts, regulate the choke to keep the engine running smoothly. As soon as possible, open the choke by pulling it rearward to the Off position.
Checking the Safety Interlock System to step 2. If the engine did not crank, contact your local Toro Distributor for assistance. 2. Sit on the seat and engage the parking brake. Depress the lift pedal fully and release it. Move the traction shift selector to the #1 and #2 positions while trying to start the engine in each position. The engine should not crank, which means the traction switch on the valve bank is operating correctly. If the engine did not crank, proceed to step 3.
If the engine stops, the interlock system is operating correctly. 7. Repeat step 6 with the shift selector in the #2 position. If the engine does not stop, stop the engine and find the problem before operating the machine again. If assistance is required, contact your local Toro Distributor. result. However, a sudden increase in speed will develop when you actuate the lift pedal. For safety purposes, it is recommended that you use only the No. 1 position for cutting greens and the No.
4. As the front of the baskets cross the edge of the green, depress the lift pedal. This will stop the reels and lift the cutting units. Timing of this procedure is important, so the mowers do not cut into the fringe area. However, as much of the green as possible should be cut to minimize the amount of grass left to mow around the outer periphery 5.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval After the first hour Maintenance Procedure • Check the torque of the wheel nuts. After the first 8 hours • Change the engine oil and filter. After the first 10 hours • Check the torque of the wheel nuts. After the first 50 hours • Check the engine RPM (at idle and full throttle).
Daily Maintenance Checklist Duplicate this page for routine use. Maintenance Check Item For the week of: Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Check the safety interlock operation. Check the instrument operation Check the brake operation. Check the fuel level. Check the engine oil level. Clean the engine air cooling fins. Inspect the air filter pre-cleaner. Check any unusual engine noises. Check the reel-to-bedknife adjustment. Check the hydraulic hoses for damage. Check for fluid leaks.
Lubrication • Lift arm pivot (3) and pivot hinge (3) (Figure 26) 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 and disconnect the wire from the spark plug before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug.
Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service the air cleaner foam pre-cleaner after every 50 operating hours and the air cleaner cartridge after every 100 operating hours (more frequently when operating conditions are dusty or dirty). 1. Release the locking clips and remove the air cleaner cover (Figure 32). Clean the cover thoroughly. Figure 29 • Lift cylinders (3) (Figure 30) Figure 32 1. Air cleaner cover Figure 30 2. Remove the wing nut securing the elements to the air cleaner body. 3.
Adjusting the Throttle Control 4. When servicing the foam element, check the condition of the paper element. Clean it by gently tapping it on a flat surface or replace it if needed. Proper throttle operation is dependent upon proper adjustment of the throttle control. Before adjusting the carburetor, ensure that the throttle control is operating properly. 5. Install the foam element, paper element, and air cleaner cover.
Adjusting the Carburetor and Speed Control 4. Adjust the idle stop screw clockwise until the idle speed is an additional 25 to 50 RPM over the idle speed set in step 3 Important: Before the carburetor and speed control are adjusted, the throttle and choke controls must be adjusted properly. 5. Move the throttle control to the Fast position. Bend the high speed spring anchor tang (Figure 36) to attain a high speed of 2850±50 RPM.
Fuel System Maintenance Electrical System Maintenance Replacing the Fuel Filter Servicing the Battery An in-line filter is incorporated into the fuel line between the fuel tank and carburetor (Figure 38). Replace the filter every 800 hours or sooner if the fuel flow is restricted. Be sure the arrow on the filter is pointing away from the fuel tank. Properly maintain the battery electrolyte and keep the top of the battery clean. Store the machine in a cool place to prevent the battery from running down.
Important: The switch threads will be damaged if the jam nut is overtightened. terminals separately. Reconnect the cables, positive (+) cable first, and coat the terminals with petroleum jelly. 7. The switch threads will be damaged if the jam nut is overtightened. Warning 8. Sit on the seat. The seat switch should have continuity. If there is no continuity, repeat steps 4-7. If there is continuity, proceed to step 9.
Drive System Maintenance 2. Unplug the switch connectors from the end of the mow/lift switch installed in the valve bank bonnet (Figure 39). 3. Loosen the jam nut and unscrew the switch from the valve bank bonnet. Adjusting the Traction Pedal for Forward 4. While holding the lift pedal in the fully depressed position (the valve bank spools are fully in) partially screw the new switch into the bonnet. To check the forward operation of the traction pedal, proceed as follows: 1.
Brake Maintenance distance is greater or less than 3/16 in. (5 mm), an adjustment to the traction control rod is required. Proceed as follows: Adjusting the Brakes • Remove the jam nut and ball joint securing the control rod (Figure 40) to the traction shaft pivot. A brake adjustment rod is located on each side of the machine so that the brakes can be equally adjusted.
Controls System Maintenance Adjusting the Rear Camshaft A camshaft misaligned with the valve bank may cause the following: • No increase in ground speed in the No. 2 (transport) traction selection • The mow pedal will not stay depressed (in detent) without foot pressure. Figure 43 • Slow lift of the cutting units 1.
1. Loosen the nut on the back side of the lift pivot (Figure 45). 3. Rotate the knob 1/4 turn counterclockwise if the center cutting unit is dropping too late or 1/4 turn clockwise if the center cutting unit is dropping too early. 4. After the desired setting has been achieved, hold the knob to prevent any rotation and tighten the jam nut. Adjusting the Lift Cylinders Figure 45 1. Lift pivot 2.
Hydraulic System Maintenance turn it until the gasket contacts the filter head. Then tighten 3/4 turn further. Do not overtighten 4. Fill the hydraulic reservoir with approximately 4-1/2 gallons of hydraulic oil. Changing the Hydraulic Oil and Filter 5. Start the machine and run it at idle for 3 to 5 minutes to circulate the fluid and remove any air trapped in the system. Stop the machine and recheck the fluid level. Change the hydraulic oil and filter after every 2000 operating hours. 6.
Storage If you wish to store the machine for a long period of time, the following steps should be performed prior to storage: 1. Remove accumulations of dirt and old grass clippings. Sharpen the reels and bedknives, if necessary; refer to the Cutting Unit Operator’s Manual. Use a rust preventive on bedknives and reel blades. Grease and oil all lubrication points; refer to Lubrication. 2. Block up the wheels to remove any weight on the tires. 3.
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