Form No. 3352-605 Rev B Mid-Size Proline T-bar Gear 15hp with 36in Side Discharge Mower Model No. 30317—Serial No. 250000001 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 .......................... 13 3 Installing the Fuel Tank ................... 14 4 Installing the Control Rods.............. 14 5 Installing the Hairpin Cotter Pins and Spacers ....................... 16 6 Reading the Manual and Viewing the Safety Video................. 16 Product Overview ............................................. 18 Controls ...........................................
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.
104-8185 93-1122 104-8569 95-2814 106-0699 98-0776 98-3256 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
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Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Step 1 2 3 4 5 6 Qty.
Figure 3 1. Center Gage Wheels and Spacer 2. Nut 3. Large washer-discard 4. Angle bracket-discard 5. Small washer Figure 5 1. 2. 2. Install the center gage wheels with the previously removed bolt, spacer, small washer, and nut (Figure 4). Hairpin cotter Shipping washer 3. 4. Height-of-cut post Mower Step 2 Installing the Handle Assembly Parts needed for this step: 1 4 4 Procedure Figure 4 1. Center Gage Wheels and Spacer 2. Nut 3. Bolt 4. Washer 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 6 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 7 1. Bolt, 5/16 x 7/8 inch 2. Lock washer, 5/16 inch 3. Washer, 5/16 inch Note: Handle assembly must be installed before fuel tank is installed. 4. 5. 6.
Step 4 Installing the Control Rods Parts needed for this step: 2 2 2 2 2 Control rods Cotter pin Clevis Pin Washer Hairpin cotter pin Figure 10 1. 2. 3. 4. Procedure 1. Install the control rods into the upper control bar and the blade control bail. Secure the control rods with 2 cotter pins (Figure 9). Control rod and tting 3-1/2 inch (89 mm) Idler bracket Clevis pin 5. 6. 7. 8. Washer Hairpin cotter pin Rod tting Hole F 4.
Figure 12 1. Hairpin cotter Figure 11 1. Control rod 2. Fixed control bar 4. 5. 3. Parking brake lever 6. 3. 2. Spacer Upper control bar 1 to 1-1/4 inch (25-32mm) gap Fitting Height-of-cut post (rear shown) 3. Install a spacer onto both front height-of-cut posts and install the hairpin cotter pins. 4. On the opposite side of the muffler, install unused spacers onto front and rear height-of-cut pins and insert the hairpin cotter pins (Figure 13). 7. Check the parking brake adjustment.
Step 6 Reading the Manual and Viewing the Safety Video Parts needed for this step: 1 1 1 1 1 1 Operator’s Manual Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Safety Video Registration Card Oil drain hose Procedure • Read the Operator’s Manual. • View the safety video. • Fill out the registration card. • Use the oil drain hose when changing the engine oil.
Product Overview Figure 14 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Gas tank Blade control bail T-bar control Controls Handle 6. 7. 8. 9. Engine Mower deck Front caster wheel Side discharge chute Figure 15 1. Throttle control 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Controls Become familiar with all the controls (Figure 15) before you start the engine and operate the machine. 7. Blade control bail 8. Power take off switch (PTO) 9. Gear shift lever 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 29 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 18). Figure 17 1. Upper control bar 2. Parking brake lever-set position 3. Fixed bar Figure 18 1. Throttle lever Releasing the Parking Brake 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 20. 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 21). 5. Drive the machine until drive wheels contact the curb (Figure 21). 6. Lower the front of the machine (Figure 21). 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 20 and Figure 21).
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.
Adjusting the Center 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. 1. After adjusting height-of-cut, check the gage wheels so that there is a minimum of 3/8 inch (10 mm) clearance above the ground (Figure 24). 2. If adjustment is needed, remove the bolt, washers and nut (Figure 24). Figure 22 1. Mower 2. Lift handle 3.
fitting to idler bracket with clevis pin, washer and hairpin cotter. Refer to Installing the Control Rods in Setup, page 12. 6. Check the parking brake adjustment. Refer to Checking the Brakes in Brake Maintenance, page 37. Figure 25 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 26). Figure 26 1. 2. 3. 4.
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 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. Every 25 hours • Clean and re-oil the foam element (more often in dusty dirty conditions).
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 1. Lubricate the front wheel bearings and front spindles (Figure 27). 2. Raise the rear of the machine and use jack stands to support the machine. 3. Remove the rear wheel and tire assembly. Figure 28 4. Remove rear wheel grease cap. Lubricate the rear wheel bearing (Figure 27). 5. Install the grease cap.
Paper element: Replace it after every 100 operating hours or yearly, which ever comes first. 2. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth. Inspect the foam and paper elements, and replace them if they are damaged or excessively dirty. 3. Put one or two ounces of oil on the element (Figure 32). Squeeze the element to distribute the oil. Note: Service the air cleaner more frequently (every few operating hours) if the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Installing the Foam and Paper Elements Important: To prevent engine damage, always operate the engine with the complete foam and paper air cleaner assembly installed. 1. Carefully slide the foam element onto the paper air cleaner element (Figure 30). 2. Place the air cleaner assembly onto the air cleaner base (Figure 30). 3. Install the air cleaner cover and secure with cover nuts (Figure 30). Servicing the Engine Oil Figure 34 Change the engine oil after every 100 operating hours. 1. 2.
Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. Figure 36 1. Oil lter 2. Gasket Figure 35 1. Oil drain valve 2. 3. Adapter Oil drain hose 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 1/2 turn (Figure 36). 5. Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil; refer to Changing the Oil. 9.
the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the key. 2. Close the fuel shut-off valve at the fuel tank (Figure 37). 3. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp together and slide it up the fuel line away from fuel filter (Figure 37). 4. Pull the fuel line off the fuel filter (Figure 37). Open the fuel shut-off valve and allow the gasoline to drain into a gas can or drain pan. 3. Close fuel shut-off valve at fuel tank (Figure 37).
Removing the Spark Plug(s) 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to off. Remove the key. 2. Pull the wire(s) off the spark plug(s) (Figure 39). Now clean around the spark plug(s) to prevent dirt from falling into the engine and potentially causing damage. 3. Remove the spark plug(s) and metal washer. Figure 40 1. Center electrode insulator 2. Side electrode 3. Air gap (not to scale) 2. Check the gap between the center and side electrodes (Figure 40).
Drive System Maintenance Checking the Tire Pressure Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires as specified. Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first (Figure 42). Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading. Rear Tire Pressure: 12-14 psi (83-97 kPa) Caster Tire Pressure: 25-30 psi (172-207 kPa) Figure 43 2. Locking Pin 3. 2. Spacers (locate as required) 4.
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. 6. Inspect the caster wheel fork for wear and replace if necessary (Figure 43). 7. Slide the caster wheel fork through the bushings in the mounting tube. Replace the spacer(s) onto the fork and secure with the retaining ring (Figure 43). Important: The inside diameter of the bushings may collapse slightly when installed.
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 46 1. Adjusting nut 2. Slot 3. 5.
1. Remove the top capscrew securing idler support and idler bracket to rear frame (Figure 48). Figure 48 1. Top capscrew 2. Idler bracket 3. Idler support Figure 47 1. Hairpin cotter and washer 2. Trunnion 5. 6. 3. Brake lever 4. Wing nut 7. Hole F Initial adjustment- 1-1/4 inch (32 mm) Rod 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 48). 3.
5. Remove the PTO drive belt. Refer to Replacing the PTO Drive Belt in Belt Maintenance, page 38. 6. Disconnect the idler arm spring to relieve tension on the idler arm and idler pulley, then remove the worn mower belt (Figure 50). Figure 49 1. 2. 3. 4. Transmission belt Idler pulley Clutch retainer Tension spring 5. 6. 7. 8. Clutch wire connector Pivot bolt Drive pulley Engine deck 7. Unhook tension spring from side of frame (Figure 49). 8.
Mower Deck Maintenance 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.
Figure 54 Figure 52 1. Cutting Edge 2. Curved Area 3. 3. Rotate the opposite ends of the blades forward. Wear/slot Forming 4. Measure from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blades at the same position as in step 1. The difference between the dimensions obtained in steps 1 and 2 must not exceed 1/8 inch (3 mm). If this dimension exceeds 1/8 inch (3 mm), the blade is bent and must be replaced. Refer to Removing the Blades and Installing the Blades. 2.
Figure 57 1. Blade 2. Balancer Installing the Blades 1. Install the blade onto the spindle shaft (Figure 55). Important: The sail part of the blade must be pointing upward, toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting (Figure 55). 2. Install the blade stiffener, flat washer and blade bolt (Figure 55). Figure 55 1. Sail Area of Blade 2. Blade 3. Blade spindle 4. 5. 6. 3. Torque the blade bolt to 85-110 ft-lb (115-140 N•m).
Frame Set Up 4. Measure engine deck height at location A (Figure 59). Checking the Carrier Frame and Deck Alignment 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. Place a long straight edge on top of the engine deck as shown in Figure 58. Figure 59 1. 2. 4. 2. Top of engine deck 3. Carrier frame mounting bolts 5. 6. 3. 4. Tires Same height at locations A and B 5.
Figure 60 1. Caster Wheel 4. 5. 2. Carrier Frame 3. 1/4-3/8 inch (6-10 mm) pitch over 24 inch (61 cm) length Figure 61 Height at locations A and B Caster spacers 1. Caster Wheel 4. 2. Carrier Frame 3. Front height-of-cut pins 5. Same height at locations A and B Caster spacers 2. Measure carrier frame height at location A (Figure 60). 5. Measure carrier frame height at location B (Figure 61). 3. Measure carrier frame height at location B (Figure 60). 6.
Figure 62 Figure 64 1. 2. 3. Caster Wheel Carrier Frame Front height-of-cut pins 4. 5. Jam nut Ball joint 2. To raise the front of the deck, loosen jam nut and rotate the front pin clockwise (Figure 64). 3. To lower the front of the deck, loosen jam nut and rotate the front pin counter clockwise (Figure 64). 4. Position the blades front-to-rear. Measure at C and D locations (Figure 62) from a level surface to the cutting edge of the blades. Figure 63 Changing the Deck Front-to-Rear Pitch 5.
Figure 67 Figure 65 Figure 68 Figure 66 4. The measurement should be 4 inch (101.6 mm). 3. The difference between measurements A and B should be no more than 1/4 inch (6 mm). 5. If it does not measure correctly, add air pressure in the rear tires to raise the height-of-cut. Changing the Side-to-Side Leveling 6. If it does not measure correctly, decrease air pressure in rear tires to lower the height-of-cut. Changing the side-to-side leveling is done by adjusting tire pressure. 7.
(Figure 69). Remove damaged or worn grass deflector. Figure 69 1. Bolt 2. Spacer 3. Locknut 5. 6. 7. 4. Spring 8. Spring installed Grass Deector L end of spring, place behind deck edge before installing bolt J hook end of spring 2. Place spacer and spring onto grass deflector. Place the L end of spring behind deck edge. Note: Make sure the L end of spring is installed behind deck edge before installing the bolt as shown in Figure 69. 3. Install bolt and nut.
Storage Engine Maintenance, page 29. 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. 10. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
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. 51 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. Install deck pulley and check the idler pulley, idler arm and spring for correct position and function. 5. Replace the spring.
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