Form No. 3327–361 Greensmaster 3250-D Traction Unit Model No.
Warning The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Important The engine in this product is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land as defined in CPRC 4126. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.
Introduction Safety Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly. The information in this manual can help you and others avoid injury and product damage. Although Toro designs and produces safe products, you are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. This machine meets or exceeds the B71.4 1999 specifications of the American National Standards Institute, in effect at time of production, when 40 lbs. 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. – Never remove gas cap or add fuel with engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. – Never refuel or drain the machine indoors. • Check that operator’s presence controls, safety switches and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning properly.
Operation • Know how to stop the engine quickly. • Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate the machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes, or sneakers. • Wearing safety shoes and long pants is advisable and required by some local ordinances and insurance regulations. • Handle fuel carefully. Wipe up any spills. • Check the safety interlock switches daily for proper operation. If a switch should fail, replace the switch before operating the machine.
• The engine must be shut off before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase. Sound Power Level • If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact an Authorized Toro Distributor. This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of: 105 dBA, based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 200/14/EC and amendments. • To make sure of optimum performance and continued safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories.
100-3183 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Engine start Engine preheat/on Engine stop Read the operator’s manual. Lowers the reels and engages them 6. 7. 8. 9. Raises the reels Engine coolant temperature High temperature override Water in the fuel indicator light 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Headlights on Headlights off Functional control lever Use for transport. Use for mowing. 15. Neutral—use for backlapping reels. 16. Throttle—slow 17. Throttle—variable speed 18. Throttle—fast 93-9051 1. Read the operator’s manual.
93-7275 1. Read the operator’s manual—do not use starting fluid to start the engine. 104-2053 93-7276 1. 2. 3. 4. Explosion hazard—wear eye protection. Caustic liquid hazard—flush skin with water. Fire hazard—sparks, flame, and smoking prohibited. Poison—keep children away from the battery. 93-8063 (for CE) 93-8062 1. Danger—read and understand the operator’s manual. 2. Tipping hazard—do not travel down slopes greater than 15 degrees. 3. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away. 4.
Specifications General Specifications Width of cut 59 in. (150 cm) Wheel tread 50.5 in. (128 cm) Wheel base 48.6 in. (123 cm) Overall length (w/baskets) 93.9 in. (238 cm) Overall width Optional Equipment 68 in. (173 cm) 8 Blade, 4 Bolt Cutting Unit Model No. 04470 11 Blade, 4 Bolt Cutting Unit Model No. 04471 8 Blade, SPA Cutting Unit Model No. 04472 11 Blade, SPA Cutting Unit Model No. 04473 Thatching Reels Model No. 04493 Spiker Model No. 04494 Overall height 50.5 in.
Description Qty. Use Pull link 2 Mounting the front rollers Gauge bar 1 Screw, #10 x 5/8 in. 1 Nut, #10 1 Breather extension 1 Mount to the hydraulic reservoir. Grass Basket 3 Mount to the pull frame.
6. Wipe the grease fitting clean on the wheel assembly. Pump grease into the wheel hub until grease is seen exiting at both hub bearings. Wipe up excess grease. Charging the Battery Warning Mounting the Seat Note: Mount the seat slides in the front set of mounting holes to gain an additional 3 in. (7.6 cm) in the forward adjustment, or in the rear mounting holes for an additional 3 in. (7.6 cm) in the rearward adjustment. 1. Remove the locknuts securing the seat slides to the plywood shipping base.
2. Secure the steering wheel to the shaft with the jam nut (Fig. 5) and tighten it to 35 ft.-lb. Warning Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the tractor 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. 3.
Mounting the Front Rollers 2 1. Mount an anti-scalp roller and a pull link assembly to the outer end of each front carrier frame with a roller shaft, spacer, washer, and screw (Fig. 8). Make sure the nylon bushing is in the pull link. 1 3 2 1 Figure 9 4 5 Right Front Shown 6 Figure 8 1. Pull link assembly 2. Pull link extension 3. Ball joint receiver 4. Nylon bushing 5. Spacer 6. Washer 2. Make sure all tires are inflated to 8–12 psi. Adjusting Carrier Frame Rollers 1. Carrier frame roller 2.
2. All cutting units are shipped with the counter weight mounted to the left end and the drive coupler mounted in the right end of the cutting unit. To mount the cutting unit in the right front position, proceed as follows: A. Remove the 2 capscrews and washers securing the counter weight to the left end of the cutting unit. Remove the counter weight (Fig. 10, inset). 1 2 1 3 Figure 11 1. Front shield assembly 2. Front shield mounting studs 3 2 3. Grass shield side deflectors 4 4.
D. With the cutting unit in position, release the wire hook and rotate the pull frame to the operating position. The slotted link locks automatically. E. Attach the motor and pull links. 2 Important Do not operate the lift system when the center cutting unit is in the service position. Damage could result to the pull frame and clevis assembly. Note: When installing cutting units with groomers, and the groomer carton label does not read “with extension brackets,” Groomer Extension Kit, Part No.
Adjusting the Transport Height Before Operating Check the transport height (Fig. 15) and adjust, if required, as follows: Checking the Engine Oil 1. Position the tractor on a level surface. 2. Verify that the distance from the top of the carrier frame adjusting screw (Fig. 15) and the back of the carrier frame is 7/8 in. (22 mm). The engine uses any high-quality detergent oil having the American Petroleum Institute (API) service classification of CD, CE, CF or CF-4 or CG-4 or higher.
Filling the Fuel Tank The engine runs on No. 2 diesel fuel. The fuel tank capacity is approximately 6 gallons (22.7 l). 1. Clean the area around the fuel tank cap (Fig. 17). 1 2 Figure 17 1 Figure 18 1. Fuel tank cap 1. Radiator screen 2. Remove the fuel tank cap. The cooling system is filled with a 50/50 solution of water and permanent ethylene glycol antifreeze. Check the level of the coolant at the beginning of each day before starting the engine.
3. If the coolant is low, remove the reserve tank cap and add a 50/50 mixture of water and permanent ethylene glycol antifreeze. Do not overfill. 4. Install the reserve tank cap. Pennzoil Phillips Shell 76 Lubricants Sunoco Texaco Hydra-trans HG Fluid Donax TD Hydraulic/Tractor Fluid TH Fluid TDH Checking the Hydraulic System Fluid Group 2 Hydraulic Fluid (Hot Climate—Heavy Duty) Recommended Hydraulic Fluid Note: The fluids within this group are interchangeable.
Note: An Oil Cooler Kit, Part No. 104-7701, is required on the traction unit when using the biodegradable fluid. Fluid temperature should not exceed 180 F (82 C). Draining Water from the Fuel Filter/Water Separator Also, regardless of hydraulic fluid type used, any traction unit used for fairway mowing or used during high ambient temperatures (70 F (20 C) to 120 F (49 C) should have an oil cooler installed.
Checking the Torque of the Wheel Nuts 3 2 1 Torque the wheel nuts to 70–90 ft.-lb. after 1–4 hours of operation and again after 10 hours of operation. Torque them every 200 hours thereafter. Warning Failure to maintain proper torque of the wheel nuts could result in personal injury. Torque the wheel nuts to 70–90 ft.-lb. after 1–4 hours of operation and again after 10 hours of operation. Torque every 200 hours thereafter. Figure 22 1. Traction pedal 2. Brake pedal 3.
Functional Control Lever Steering Arm Locking Lever The functional control lever (Fig. 24) provides two traction selections plus a Neutral position. It is permissible to shift from mow to transport or transport to mow (not to neutral) while the machine is in motion. No damage will result. Rotate the lever (Fig. 24) rearward to loosen the adjustment, raise or lower the steering arm for operator comfort, then, rotate the lever forward to tighten the adjustment.
Seat Adjusting Lever The seat adjusting lever on the left side of the seat (Fig. 25) allows a 7 in. ( cm) fore and aft adjustment. machine at mowing speed until the brakes are hot, as indicated by their smell. An adjustment to the brakes may be required after break-in; refer to Adjusting the Brakes, page 31.
2. Rotate the starter key to Off to shut the engine off. Remove the key from the switch to prevent accidental starting. The safety interlock system prevents the engine from starting unless: 3. Close the fuel shut-off valves before storing the machine. • The functional control lever is in neutral. Bleeding the Fuel System 1. Position the machine on a level surface. Make sure the fuel tank is at least half full. 2. Press the primer button on top of the fuel filter until resistance is felt (Fig. 27).
Preparing the Machine for Mowing To assist in aligning the machine for successive cutting passes, it is suggested that the following be done to the No. 2 and No. 3 cutting unit baskets: 1. Measure in approximately 5 in. (12.7 cm) from the outer edge of each basket (Fig. 28). 2. Either place a strip of white tape or paint a line onto each basket paralleling the outer edge of each basket (Fig. 28). 1. Approach the green with the functional control lever in the Mow position and the throttle at full speed.
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. Cut down on operating time and ease lineup for the next pass by momentarily turning the machine in the opposite direction, then turning in the direction of the uncut portion; i.e., if intending to turn right, first swing slightly left, then right. This will assist in getting the machine more quickly aligned for the next pass.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After first 8 hours • Change the engine oil. • Check the fan/alternator belt tension. • Replace the engine oil filter. After first 50 hours • Replace the hydraulic oil filter. • check the engine RPM (at idle and full throttle) Every 50 hours • • • • • • Every 100 hours • Replace the engine oil filter.
Daily Maintenance Checklist Duplicate this page for routine use. For the week of: Maintenance Check Item Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. Sun. Check the safety interlock operation. Check the instrument operation. Check the brake operation. Check the fuel filter/water separator. Check the fuel level. Check the engine oil level. Clean the screen and radiator. Inspect the air filter. Check for unusual engine noises. Check the hydraulic hoses for damage. Check for fluid leaks. Check the tire pressure.
Lubrication The traction unit has grease fittings that must be lubricated regularly with No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base Grease. If the machine is operated under normal conditions, lubricate all bearings and bushings after every 50 hours of operation. Lubricate fittings immediately after every washing, regardless of the interval listed. The following traction unit bearings and bushings must be lubricated: Figure 32 • rear wheel hub (1) • Castor bearing (1) • Steering cylinder (2) (Fig.
Air Cleaner 2. Compressed air method: Service Interval/Specification Check the air cleaner body for damage which could possibly cause an air leak. Replace a damaged air cleaner body. A. Blow the compressed air from inside to the outside of the dry filter element. Keep the air hose nozzle at least 2 in. (6 cm) from the filter and move the nozzle up and down while rotating the filter element. Important To prevent damage to the filter element, do not exceed 100 psi air pressure.
Engine Oil 4. Lubricate the gasket on the filter canister with clean oil. Service Interval/Specification Change the oil: • After the first 8 operating hours 5. Install the filter canister by hand until the gasket contacts the mounting surface, then rotate the canister an additional 1/3 turn. 6. Install the drain plug with a new o-ring. Connect the sensor wire. • After every 50 operating hours Note: Change the oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Hydraulic Oil Service Interval/Specification Change the hydraulic oil after every 800 operating hours. If the oil becomes contaminated, contact your local Toro distributor because the system must be flushed. Contaminated oil looks milky or black when compared to clean oil. Checking the Hydraulic Lines and Hoses Inspect the hydraulic lines and hoses daily for leaks, kinked lines, loose mounting supports, wear, loose fittings, weather deterioration and chemical deterioration.
2. Loosen the jam nut and adjust the clevis accordingly (Fig. 39). 2 3 4 1 Figure 39 1. Clevis pin and cotter pin 2. Jam nut 3. Clevis 4. Brake shaft D. Rotate the eccentric until creep does not occur in either direction. When the wheel stops rotating, tighten the nut locking the eccentric and the adjustment (Fig. 40). Verify the adjustment with the throttle in the Slow and Fast position. E. From each side of the bulkhead, tighten the locknuts evenly, securing the traction cable to the bulkhead (Fig.
Adjusting the Mowing Speed The machine is adjusted at the factory, but speed may be varied if desired. 1. Loosen the jam nut on the trunion capscrew (Fig. 42). 2. Loosen the nut securing the lock and mow brackets on the pedal pivot. Adjusting the Cutting Unit Lift/Drop The cutting unit lift/drop circuit is equipped with a flow control valve (Fig. 43).
Adjusting the Belt Make sure the belt is properly tensioned to ensure proper operation of the machine and prevent unnecessary wear. On new belts, check the tension after 8 operating hours. The engine belt (Fig. 44) should be tensioned so it deflects 3/16 in. (5 mm) with a 2–3 lb. (1 kg) load applied midway between the crankshaft and the alternator pulley. 1. Loosen the bolts securing the alternator to the engine and adjusting strap.
Storing the Battery If the machine will be stored more than 30 days, remove the battery and charge it fully. Either store it on the shelf on the machine. Leave the cables disconnected if it is stored on the machine. Store the battery in a cool atmosphere to avoid quick deterioration of the charge in the battery. To prevent the battery from freezing, make sure it is fully charged. The specific gravity of a fully charged battery is 1.265–1.299.
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The Toro General Commercial Products Warranty A Two-Year Limited Warranty Conditions and Products Covered The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly warrant your 1996 or newer Toro Commercial Product (“Product”) purchased after January 1, 1997, to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for two years or 1500 operational hours*, whichever occurs first.
