Form No. 3368-897 Rev B Commercial Walk-Behind Traction Unit 18HP Pistol-Grip Hydro Drive Model No. 30069—Serial No. 311000001 and Up To register your product or download an Operator's Manual or Parts Catalog at no charge, go to www.Toro.com.
This product complies with all relevant European directives, for details please see the separate product specific Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet. Model No. Serial No. Introduction This rotary-blade, lawn mower is intended to be used by residential homeowners or professional, hired operators. It is designed primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns on residential or commercial properties. It is not designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses.
Contents Servicing the Spark Plugs.................................... 26 Fuel System Maintenance ....................................... 27 Servicing the Fuel Tank ...................................... 27 Servicing the Fuel Filter ...................................... 28 Drive System Maintenance ..................................... 29 Adjusting the Speed Control Linkage .................. 29 Adjusting the Neutral Control Linkages .............. 29 Adjusting the Hydro Control Linkages ................
Safety • If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the mower away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until gasoline vapors have dissipated. Improperly using or maintaining this mower can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions. • Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
• Use care when using sulkies, and • Never pick up or carry a lawn mower while the engine is running. • Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling a pedestrian controlled lawn mower towards you. • Walk, never run. • Slopes: – Do not mow excessively steep slopes. – Exercise extreme caution when on slopes. – Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down and exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. – Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
Sound Pressure for the 32 RD, 36 RD and 48 RD Vibration Level for the 48 RD The 32 RD has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 85 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA. Measured vibration level for right hand = 2.5 m/s2 Hand-Arm Measured vibration level for left hand = 3.0 m/s2 Uncertainty Value (K) = 1.5 m/s2 The 36 RD has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 86 dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA.
Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 4 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 20 degrees. Use the slope chart to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 20 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope. 2. Align this edge with a vertical surface, a tree, building, fence pole, etc. 3. Example of how to compare slope with folded edge.
Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Keep safety signs clear and visible, replace any decal that is damaged or lost. 40-13–010 1. Cutting hazard of hand 2. Cutting hazard of foot 106-2733 1. Fast 2. Continuous variable setting 3. Slow 95-5537 106-5517 1. Read the Operator's 3. Push forward to engage Manual for instructions on operating the cutting blade 1.
115-1039 1. Parking brake—disengaged 115-4212 2. Parking brake—engaged 1. Hydraulic oil level 3. Warning—do not touch the hot surface. 2. Read the Operator's Manual. 119-6672 1. Forward 10. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Neutral 11. Warning—do not operate this machine unless you are trained. 3. Reverse 12. Thrown object hazard—keep deflector in place. 4. To turn the machine right engage Neutral on the right handle 13.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Use Qty. 1 No parts required – Check the fluids and tyre pressure. 2 Operator's Manual Engine Operator's Manual Parts Catalog Operator training material Registration Card Oil drain hose 1 1 1 1 1 1 Read the Operator's Manual and watch the operator training material before operating the machine. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Product Overview 4 3 2 1 5 6 G016076 Figure 5 1. Mower deck 2. Brake 3. Gas tank G016079 4. Controls 5. Handle 6. Caster wheel Figure 6 Controls Become familiar with all the controls (Figure 6) before you start the engine and operate the machine. 1. Throttle control 6. Operator Presence Control levers (OPC) 2. Speed control lever 7. Handle 3. Ignition switch 8. Drive Lever 4. Choke 9. Blade control knob (PTO) 5. Neutral lock 10.
Ignition Switch 48 inch mowers: This switch is used in conjunction with recoil starter and has three positions: Off, Run and Start. Speed Control Lever Width 49–1/2 inches (126 cm) Length 76–1/2 inches (194 cm) Height 44 inches (112 cm) Weight 547 lb (248 kg) This machine has a variable speed control with a neutral position. This controls how fast the machine will travel.
Operation DANGER 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. • Always place gasoline containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most effective when mixed with fresh gasoline. To minimize the chance of varnish deposits in the fuel system, use fuel stabilizer at all times. CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. Filling the Fuel Tank Always remove the ignition key and set the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if just for a few minutes. 1. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake. 2.
Setting the Neutral Lock Note: Do not engage the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, allow for a 15 second cool-down period between attempts. Failure to follow these instructions can burn out the starter motor. 1. Squeeze the drive levers back until an increase in force is felt. 2. Place thumbs on the upper part of the locks and move them back until the pins are in the neutral position (Figure 10). 11. Push the choke to off as the engine warms up (Figure 9). 12.
Operating the Mower Blade Control Knob (PTO) The Safety Interlock System The blade control knob (PTO) is used in conjunction with the Operator Presence Control (OPC) levers to engage and disengage the mower blades. If safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly causing personal injury. • Do not tamper with the interlock switches. • Check the operation of the interlock switches daily and replace any damaged switches before operating the machine.
3. Without holding the Operator Presence Control (OPC) levers, pull the blade control knob (PTO) up. The engine should kill. 4. Push the blade control knob down to off. 5. With engine running, hold down the OPC levers. Pull the blade control knob (PTO) up. The drive belt should engage and the mower blades begin rotating. 6. Release the OPC levers. The engine should kill. 7. With the engine running, move the speed control lever forward. Release the OPC levers. The engine should kill. G0161 11 Figure 13 8.
Pushing the Machine by Hand To transport the machine: The by-pass valves allow the machine to be pushed by hand without the engine running. • Stop the engine, remove the key, set the brake, and close the fuel valve. Important: Always push the machine by hand. Never tow the machine because hydraulic damage may occur. • Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck with straps, chains, cable, or ropes. • Secure a trailer to towing vehicle with safety chains.
Figure 16 1. Top axle bolt 2. Lower axle bolt 7. Raise or lower the mounting bracket, so that you can install the 2 axle adjustment bolts in the desired hole location (Figure 16). A tapered punch can be used to help align the holes. 8. Tighten all 4 bolts. 9. Install drive wheels and lower the mower. Figure 15 1. Blade 4. Spacer 2. Blade bolt 3. Curved washer 5. Thin washer 6. Nut Adjusting the Caster Position 1.
Adjusting the Handle Height The handle position can be adjusted to match the operator's height preference. 1. Remove the hairpin cotter pins and clevis pins from the drive levers and neutral locks (Figure 18). Figure 19 Figure 18 1. Control rod 2. Clevis pin 5. Left handle shown 6. Neutral lock 3. Drive lever 7. Hairpin cotter pin 1. Control rod fitting 6. High position 2. Lower mounting holes 7. Lower position 3. Rear frame 8. Upper mounting hole 4. Lower flange bolt (3/8 x 1 inch) 9.
Height of Cut Chart Number of spacers below caster Number of 1/4 inch (6 mm) blade spacers below spindle 1/2 inch (13mm) 3/16 inch (5mm) 4 3 2 1 0 A 0 0 1 inch (26 mm) 1–1/4 inch (32 mm) 1–1/2 inch (38 mm) 1–3/4 inch (45 mm) 2 inch (51 mm) A 0 1 1–1/8 inch (29 mm) 1–3/8 inch (35 mm) 1–5/8 inch (41 mm) 1–7/8 inch (48 mm) 2–1/8 inch (54 mm) A 1 0 1–3/8 inch (35 mm) 1–5/8 inch (41 mm) 1–7/8 inch (48 mm) 2–1/8 inch (54 mm) 2–3/8 inch (60 mm) B 0 1 1–3/8 inch (35 mm) 1–5/8 in
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 first 8 hours • • • • After the first 25 hours • Check the mower belt tension. Before each use or daily • • • • • • Change the engine oil. Check the mower belt tension. Check the hydraulic fluid level. Replace the hydraulic oil filter. Check the safety system.
How to Grease 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. 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.
Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval/Specification Service Interval: Every 25 hours Every 50 hours Every 200 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Inspect the foam and paper elements and replace them if they are damaged or excessively dirty. Figure 21 Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few operating hours) if the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. 1. Cover 3. Paper element 2. Hose clamp 4.
After the first 8 hours Every 100 hours Every 200 hours—Change the oil filter. 6. Slide the oil dipstick fully into the filler tube, but do not thread onto tube (Figure 23). 7. Pull the dipstick out and look at the end. If the oil level is low, slowly pour only enough oil into the filler tube to raise the level to the Full mark. Note: Change the oil more frequently when the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
10. Check the oil level; refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level. spark plugs and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap. Install a new spark plugs if necessary. 11. Slowly add the additional oil to bring it to the Full mark. Type: Champion® RCJ8Y or equivalent Air Gap: 0.030 inch (0.75 mm) Changing the Oil Filter Removing the Spark Plugs Note: Change the oil filter more frequently when the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. 1.
Fuel System Maintenance Servicing the Fuel Tank DANGER 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. Figure 27 1. Center electrode insulator 3. Air gap (not to scale) • Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area. Wipe up any gasoline that spills. 2.
Figure 28 1. Fuel shut-off valve 2. Fuel filter Figure 29 1. Hose clamp Servicing the Fuel Filter 3. Filter 2. Fuel line Replacing the Fuel Filter 5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines. Service Interval: Every 200 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) 6. Install a new filter and move the hose clamps close to the filter. Never install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel line. 7. Open fuel shut-off valve at fuel tank (Figure 28).
Drive System Maintenance 7. Check to make sure the safety switch is depressed and there is a 5/16 inch (8 mm) space between the actuating tab and the switch. (Figure 31). 8. If needed, adjust switch location to create the 5/16 inch (8 mm) space (Figure 31). Perform the following linkage adjustments when the machine needs maintenance. Perform steps Adjust the Speed Control Linkage through Adjusting the Tracking. If any adjustment is needed , do them in the order that they are listed.
1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Raise the rear of the machine onto jack stands to raise the drive wheels off the ground. 4. Disengage the parking brake. 5. Start the engine and move the throttle ahead to the full throttle position. 6. Place the neutral locks in the full forward position and move the speed control lever to the medium speed position. 7. Hold OPC levers down. 14.
4. Disengage the parking brake. 5. Start the engine and move the throttle ahead to the full throttle position. 6. Place the left drive lever in the full forward position. 7. Place the speed control lever in the neutral position. 12. After adjusting the left hydro control linkage, move the speed control lever forward and then back to the neutral position. 13. Hold the OPC levers down.
Adjusting the Right Side Linkage Note: The OPC levers must be held down whenever the speed control lever is out of the neutral position or the engine will kill. 1. Place the speed control lever in the neutral position. 2. Place the right drive lever in the full forward position. 2. Move the respective drive lever upward until it reaches the neutral position and engage neutral locks. 3.
2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. For a heavier drive setting, relocate the spring anchor links to either the medium or heavy duty positions (Figure 40). The spring anchor links are attached to the upper rear corner of the hydro drive shields on the left and right sides of the machine. Note: In the medium or heavy duty positions, the drive lever forces at the upper handle will also be increased Figure 38 1. Handle 5. Neutral position 2.
Cooling System Maintenance Brake Maintenance Cleaning the Air Intake Screen Before each use, check the parking brake for proper operation. Servicing the Brake Service Interval: Before each use or daily Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake does not hold securely, adjust it.
Belt Maintenance 4. Rotate the lower brake link yoke clockwise into the yoke to tighten the parking brake; rotate the brake link yoke counterclockwise out of the yoke out to loosen the parking brake (Figure 42). Checking the Belts Note: There should be approximately 1/4 inch clearance between the tyre and the flat bar when the parking brake in the released position (Figure 42).
Adjusting the Mower Belt Tension 6. If there is no adjustment left in the turnbuckle and the belt is still loose, the rear idler pulley needs to be positioned to the middle or front hole (Figure 45). Use the hole that will give the correct adjustment. Adjusting the Tension 7. When the idler pulley is moved the belt guide must be moved. Move the belt guide to the front position (Figure 45).
Adjusting the PTO Engagement Linkage The PTO engagement linkage adjustment is located beneath the front left hand corner of the engine deck. 1. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever and set the parking brakes. 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Engage the blade control lever (PTO). 4. Adjust the linkage length to where the lower end of the bellcrank just clears the axle support gusset (Figure 47). Figure 48 1. Assist arm 2.
Hydraulic System Maintenance Servicing the Hydraulic System Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Service Interval: After the first 8 hours Every 25 hours Fluid Type: Mobil 1 15W-50 synthetic motor oil or equivalent synthetic oil. Figure 49 1. Bellcrank 3. Switch mounting bracket 2. Bolts and nuts 4. Switch body Important: Use oil specified or equivalent. Other fluids could cause system damage. Hydraulic System Oil Capacity: 77 oz. (2.3 l) Note: There are two ways of checking the hydraulic oil.
8. Recheck the fluid level while the fluid is warm. If required, add fluid to the reservoir until it reaches the hot level of the baffle. Note: The fluid level should be to the top of the hot level of the baffle, when the fluid is warm (Figure 50). 9. Install cap on filler neck. WARNING Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury.
wheels rotate slowly, the system may prime after additional running. Recheck hydraulic fluid level. through normal operation once the charge pump is primed. 1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. 2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 9. Allow unit to run several minutes after the charge pumps are primed with drive system in the full speed position. 3.
Mower Deck Maintenance Checking for Bent Blades 1. Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and backward (Figure 54). Servicing the Cutting Blades To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, you may want to keep extra blades on hand. WARNING 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.
the machine, use genuine Toro replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers may result in non-conformance with safety standards. 1. Hold the blade bolt with a wrench. 2. Remove the nut, blade bolt, curved washer, blade, spacers, and thin washer from the spindle (Figure 56). Figure 57 1. Sharpen at original angle 2. Check the balance of the blade by putting it on a blade balancer (Figure 58). If the blade stays in a horizontal position, the blade is balanced and can be used.
Storage 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the key. 2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the entire machine, especially the engine. Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the engine's cylinder head fins and blower housing. Figure 59 1. Spring mounting bolts 3. 3. 1/8-3/16 inch (3mm-5mm) 2. Blade brake pad 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Important: You can wash the machine with mild detergent and water.
11. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer. 12. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area. Remove the key from the ignition switch and keep it in a memorable place. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
Troubleshooting Problem Engine will not start, starts hard, or fails to keep running. Possible Cause 1. Fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with gasoline. 2. Fuel shut off valve is closed. 3. Choke is not on. 4. Air cleaner is dirty. 2. Open the fuel shut off valve. 3. Apply the choke. 4. Clean or replace the air cleaner element. 5. Install wire on spark plug. 5. Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected. 6. Spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the gap is incorrect. 7. Dirt in the fuel filter. 8.
Problem Blades do not rotate. Possible Cause Corrective Action 1. Mower deck belt is worn or loose. 1. Check the belt tension. 2. Mower deck belt is broken. 3. Mower deck belt is off pulley. 2. Install new deck belt. 3. Inspect the belt and replace if damaged. Check the pulleys and idlers and adjust the belt tension. 4. Replace the spring. 4. Broken or missing idler spring.
Schematics G0161 12 Electrical Schematic (Rev. A) Hydraulic Schematic (Rev.
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