Form No. 3444-326 Rev A Groundsmaster® 7210 Series Traction Unit Model No. 30487TC—Serial No. 408000000 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
Visit www.Toro.com for product safety and operation training materials, accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in effective working order or the engine is constructed, equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire.
Servicing the Engine-Oil ................................... 36 Fuel System Maintenance ................................... 38 Servicing the Water Separator .......................... 38 Draining the Fuel Tank ...................................... 39 Inspecting the Fuel Lines and Connections.................................................. 39 Bleeding the Fuel System ................................. 39 Bleeding Air from the Injectors .......................... 39 Electrical System Maintenance ...........
Safety • Keep your hands and feet away from rotating This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71.4-2017. • Keep bystanders and children out of the operating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening. area. Never allow children to operate the machine. • Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all movement to stop before you leave the operator’s position. Allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
decal93-6696 93-6696 decal106-9206 106-9206 1. Stored energy hazard—read the Operator's Manual. 1. Wheel torque specifications 2. Read the Operator's Manual. decal93-6697 93-6697 1. Read the Operator's Manual. 2. Add SAE 80w-90 (API GL-5) oil every 50 hours. decal106-6754 106-6754 1. Warning—do not touch the hot surface. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, fan and entanglement hazard, belt—stay away from moving parts. decal106-6755 106-6755 1. Engine coolant under pressure. 3.
decal106-9290 106-9290 1. Inputs 5. In seat 2. Not active 6. Power takeoff (PTO) 9. Outputs 10. Power takeoff (PTO) 3. High temperature shutdown 7. Parking brake off 11. Start 4. High temperature warning 12. Energize to run (ETR) 8. Neutral 6 13. Start 14.
decal107-1866 107-1866 Note: This machine complies with the industry standard stability test in the static lateral and longitudinal tests with the maximum recommended slope indicated on the decal. Review the instructions for operating the machine on slopes in the Operator’s Manual as well as the conditions in which you would operate the machine to determine whether you can operate the machine in the conditions on that day and at that site.
decal110-9796 110-9796 1. Read the Operator's Manual for information on fuses. decal133-5618 decal110-8253 133-5618 110-8253 1. PTO–Off 4. Continuous-variable setting 2. PTO—On 3. Fast 5. Slow decal110-8254 110-8254 1. Engine–Stop 3. Engine—Start 2.
decal110-9781 110-9781 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Poison hazard; caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard—keep children away from the battery. 3. Warning—do not touch the hot surface. 4. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, fan; entanglement hazard, belt—stay away from moving parts. 5. Hydraulic fluid under pressure hazard; high pressure spray hazard; high pressure fluid hazard, injection into the body—wear hand and skin protection.
decal120-9196 120-9196 1. Forward 3. Slow 5. Reverse 2. Fast 4. Neutral 6. Tow valve location; torque the tow valves to 5.65 to 7.91 N∙m (50 to 70 in-lb). 7. Read the Operator's Manual for more information on the hydraulic fluid. decal127-6519 127-6519 1. Transport position 2.
decal144-7257 144-7257 1. Read the Operator’s Manual before performing maintenance. 11. Gearbox 2. Fan belt 12. Parking brake 3. Radiator screen 13. Hydraulic fluid 4. Battery 14. Engine coolant 5. Engine air filter 15. Check every 8 hours 6. Fuel 7. Engine oil level 16. Fluids 17. Capacity 8. Tire pressure 18. Fluid interval (hours) 9. Fuel/Water separator 19. Filter interval (hours) 10.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description 1 2 3 4 5 Use Qty. No parts required – Raise the ROPS. Cutting unit Installation Instructions 1 Install the cutting unit. No parts required – Adjust the left, front caster wheel. No parts required – Check the tire pressure. No parts required – Check the hydraulic fluid, engine oil, and coolant levels. Media and Additional Parts Description Use Qty.
Product Overview 3 Adjusting the Left, Front Caster Wheel No Parts Required Procedure Adjust the left, front caster wheel to the outside position for 72-inch cutting units and to the inside position for 60-inch and 62-inch cutting units. g020877 4 Figure 3 Checking the Tire Pressure 1. Parking-brake lever 4. Motion-control lever 2. Fuel cap (both sides) 5. Seat 3. Roll bar 6. Seat belt No Parts Required Procedure Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking the Tire Pressure (page 42).
Motion-Control Levers Glow-Plug-Indicator Light (Orange Light) The motion-control levers control the forward and rearward motions as well as the turning of the machine. Refer to Driving the Machine (page 25). The glow-plug-indicator light (Figure 4) turns on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON position. It remains on for 6 seconds. When the light turns off, you can start the engine.
Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge (Figure 6) indicates the quantity of fuel remaining in the fuel tanks. g004637 Figure 6 1.
Specifications g242892 Figure 7 Description Figure 7 reference Dimension or Weight Height with roll bar up C 183 cm (72 inches) Height with roll bar down D 125 cm (49 inches) Overall length F 246 cm (97 inches) Overall width B 145 cm (57 inches) Wheel base E 145 cm (57-1/4 inches) Wheel tread (tire center to center) rear A 114 cm (45 inches) 16
Ground clearance 15 cm (6 inches) Weight, with 72-inch Side-Discharge Cutting unit (Model 30354 or 30481) 934 kg (2,060 lb) Weight, with 60-inch Side-Discharge Cutting unit (Model 30456) 900 kg (1,985 lb) Weight, with 72-inch Base Cutting unit (Model 30353) 876 kg (1,932 lb) Weight, with 62-inch Base Cutting unit (Model 30457) 855 kg (1,884 lb) Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
Adding Fuel Important: The petroleum diesel portion must Fuel Specification Observe the following precautions: • Biodiesel blends may damage painted surfaces. • Use B5 (biodiesel content of 5%) or lesser blends in cold weather. • Monitor seals, hoses, gaskets in contact with fuel as they may degrade over time. • Fuel filter plugging may occur for a time after you convert to biodiesel blends. • For more information on biodiesel, contact your authorized Toro distributor. be ultra-low sulfur.
Checking the Engine-Oil Level Important: Always use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the raised and locked position. Do not use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the lowered position. Before you start the engine and use the machine, check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 36). Lowering the Roll Bar Lower the roll bar as shown in Figure 10. Checking the Cooling System Note: Push the bar forward to relieve pressure on the pins.
Raising the Roll Bar Using the Safety-Interlock System Raise the roll bar as shown in Figure 9. CAUTION If the 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.
position. Start the engine. While the engine is running, release the parking brake, engage the PTO, and rise slightly from the seat; the engine should shut off within 2 seconds. 4. Without an operator on the seat, engage the parking brake, move the PTO switch to the OFF position, and move the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL-LOCK position. Start the engine. While the engine is running, center either motion control; the engine should shut off within 2 seconds. Repeat for the other motion-control lever.
Changing the Seat Suspension During Operation During Operation Safety The seat is adjustable to provide a smooth and comfortable ride. Position the seat where you are most comfortable. General Safety • The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible To adjust it, turn the knob in front either direction to provide the best comfort (Figure 14). • • • • g019768 Figure 14 1.
Slope Safety • Before you leave the operator’s position, do the • • • following: – Park the machine on a level surface. – Disengage the power takeoff and lower the attachments. – Engage the parking brake. – Shut off the engine and remove the key. – Wait for all movement to stop. Operate the machine only in good visibility. Do not operate the machine when there is the risk of lightning. Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle. Use accessories, attachments, and replacement parts approved by Toro only.
Operating the Parking Brake Starting the Engine Note: The glow plug light illuminates for 6 seconds when you turn the ignition key to the RUN position. Turn the ignition to the START position after the light goes out. Always engage the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Important: Use starting cycles of no more than Engaging the Parking Brake 15 seconds per minute to avoid overheating the starter motor.
Driving the Machine The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the throttle control in the FAST position for best performance. Always operate in the FAST throttle position when running powered attachments. CAUTION The machine can turn very rapidly. You may lose control of it and cause personal injury or damage the machine. • Use caution when making turns. • Slow the machine down before making sharp turns. 1. Release the parking brake.
Shutting Off the Engine Operating the Mower Using the Deck-Lift Switch CAUTION Children or bystanders may be injured if they attempt to move or operate the tractor while it is unattended. The deck-lift switch raises and lowers the cutting unit (Figure 21). The engine must be running for you to use this lever. Always remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake when leaving the machine unattended, even if just for a few minutes. g244208 Figure 20 g020873 Figure 21 1.
Engaging the Power Takeoff (PTO) located in the second row. This does not add 6 mm (1/4 inch) to the 15.8 cm (6 inch) position. The power-takeoff (PTO) switch starts and stops the mower blades and some powered attachments. Note: If the engine is cold, allow the engine to warm up 5 to 10 minutes before engaging the PTO. g243799 Figure 22 Disengaging the PTO g020870 Figure 24 1. Stop pin 2. Height-of-cut stop g009174 Figure 23 4.
Avoiding a Low Cut After Operation If the machine cutting width is wider than the machine that you previously used, raise the cutting height to ensure that uneven turf is not cut too short. General Safety • Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all movement to stop before you leave the operator’s position. Allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
Hauling the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to haul the machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all the necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury. WARNING Driving on the street or roadway without turn signals, lights, reflective markings, or a slow-moving-vehicle emblem is dangerous and can lead to accidents causing personal injury.
Loading the Machine Use extreme caution when loading or unloading machines onto a trailer or a truck. Use a full-width ramp that is wider than the machine for this procedure. Drive the machine up ramps in reverse and drive it down ramps in a forward direction (Figure 27). g027995 Figure 27 1. Drive the machine up the ramp in reverse. 2. Drive the machine forward down the ramp. Important: Do not use narrow individual ramps for each side of the machine.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Maintenance Safety • If the cutting units are in the transport position, use the positive mechanical lock (if equipped) before you leave the machine unattended. • Before you leave the operator’s position, do the following: • If possible, do not perform maintenance while the – Park the machine on a level surface. engine is running. Keep away from moving parts.
Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure Every 400 hours • Change the cutting-unit gearbox lubricant. • Service the air-cleaner filter. —service the filter also when the air-cleaner indicator shows red; service the air-cleaner filter more frequently in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. • Service the air cleaner. • Replace the fuel-filter canister. • Inspect the fuel lines and connections. Every 800 hours • Drain and clean the fuel tank. • Change the hydraulic fluid and filter.
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 grass deflector in the down position (if applicable). Check the parking-brake operation. Check the fuel level. Check the hydraulic fluid level. Check the engine-oil level. Check the cooling-system fluid level. Check the drain water/fuel separator. Check the air-filter restriction indicator.
CAUTION 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 before you do any maintenance. Lubrication 4. Greasing the Bearings and Bushings Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position, shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 5. Lift the footrest, exposing the top of the cutting unit. 6.
Changing the Cutting-Unit Gearbox Lubricant Engine Maintenance Service Interval: After the first 50 hours Engine Safety Every 400 hours 1. Position the machine and cutting unit on a level surface. 2. Lower the cutting unit to the 2.5 cm (1 inch) height of cut. 3. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL-LOCK position, and engage the parking brake. 4.
Servicing the Air Cleaner Servicing the Engine-Oil Service Interval: Every 400 hours Note: If the foam gasket in the cover is damaged, Checking the Engine-Oil Level replace it. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Important: Avoid using high-pressure air, which could force dirt through the filter into the intake tract. The engine is shipped with oil in the crankcase; however, check the oil level before and after you first start the engine.
g029301 Figure 32 Changing the Engine Oil And Filter g027477 Figure 34 Service Interval: After the first 50 hours Every 150 hours 5. If possible, run the engine just before changing the oil because warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants than cold oil. 1. Position the machine on a level surface. 2. Open the hood. 3. Change the oil (Figure 33). g031623 Figure 33 4. Replace the oil filter (Figure 34).
Servicing the Water Separator Fuel System Maintenance Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Drain water or other contaminants from the fuel filter/water separator. DANGER Under certain conditions, diesel fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can cause property damage. Service the water separator as shown in Figure 35. • Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, when the engine is off and is cold.
Draining the Fuel Tank CAUTION The engine may start during this procedure. Moving fans and belts in a running engine can severely injure you or bystanders. Service Interval: Every 800 hours—Drain and clean the fuel tank. Before storage—Drain and clean the fuel tank. In addition to the listed service interval, drain and clean the tank if the fuel system becomes contaminated or if you are storing the machine for an extended period. Use clean fuel to flush out the tank.
Electrical System Maintenance CAUTION The engine may start during this procedure. Moving fans and belts in a running engine can severely injure you or bystanders. Electrical System Safety Keep hands, fingers, loose clothing/jewelry, and hair away from the engine fan and belt during this procedure. 4. Tighten the pipe connector securely when it attains a solid flow. 5. Turn the key to the OFF position. 6. Repeat this procedure for the remaining nozzles.
WARNING Incorrect battery cable routing could damage the machine 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. Storing the Battery If you are storing the machine more than 30 days, remove the battery and charge it fully.
Drive System Maintenance Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Every 50 hours Check the pressure after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first (Figure 40). Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires. The correct air pressure is 124 kPa (15 psi) in the rear tires and 103 kPa (25 psi) in the caster wheels. Uneven tire pressure can cause an uneven cut. Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading. g004760 Figure 41 1. Locknut 6.
Cooling System Maintenance • Preferred: When mixing coolant from a concentrate, mix it with distilled water. • Preferred option: If distilled water is not available, use a pre-mix coolant instead of a concentrate. • Minimum requirement: If distilled water and Cooling System Safety pre-mix coolant are not available, mix concentrated coolant with clean drinkable water. • Swallowing engine coolant can cause poisoning; keep out of reach from children and pets.
Brake Maintenance Every 200 hours—Inspect the cooling-system hoses and seals. Replace them if cracked or torn. Adjusting the Parking-Brake Interlock Switch Every 2 years—Flush and replace the cooling-system fluid. Clean the radiator to prevent the engine from overheating. Note: If the cutting unit or engine shuts off due to 1. Stop the machine, move the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL-LOCK position, engage the parking brake, and remove the ignition key. 2.
4. Belt Maintenance Move the switch up or down on the bracket until the distance between the brake-shaft sensor and the switch plunger is 4 mm (5/32 inch) as shown in Figure 44. does not contact the switch plunger. Checking the Alternator-Belt Tension 5. Secure the switch jam nuts. Service Interval: Every 100 hours 6. Test the adjustment as follows: Note: Make sure that the brake-shaft sensor A. B.
Controls System Maintenance Adjusting the Control-Lever Neutral-Interlock Switch 1. Stop the machine, move the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL-LOCK position, engage the parking brake, and remove the ignition key. 2. Remove the bolts securing the front panel and remove the panel (Figure 46). g004763 Figure 47 1. Control lever 2. Neutral-interlock switch g020875 Figure 46 1. Bolt 2. Control panel 3. 3. Screw 4. 0.4 to 1 mm (0.015 to 0.045 inch) 4.
g020875 g004918 Figure 48 Figure 50 1. Bolt 2. Control panel 1. NEUTRAL position 4. Move the control lever to the NEUTRAL position but not locked (Figure 50). 5. Pull the lever back until the clevis pin (on an arm above the pivot shaft) contacts the end of the slot (just beginning to put pressure on the spring) as shown in Figure 49. 2. NEUTRAL-LOCK position 7. If adjustment is needed, loosen the nut and jam nut against the yoke (Figure 49). 8.
WARNING The engine must be running to perform this adjustment. Contact with moving parts or hot surfaces may cause personal injury. Keep hands, feet, face, clothing, and other body parts away from rotating parts, muffler, and other hot surfaces. 1. Raise the frame onto stable jack stands so that the drive wheels can rotate freely. 2. Slide the seat forward, unlatch it, and swing it up and forward. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the seat safety switch. 4.
WARNING The electrical system does not perform proper safety shutoff with the jumper wire installed. • Remove the jumper wire from the wire harness connector and plug the connector into the seat switch when you complete adjustment. • Never operate the machine with the jumper installed and the seat switch bypassed. 13. Lower the seat into position. 14. Remove the jack stands. g004766 Figure 53 Adjusting the Maximum Ground Speed 1.
Adjusting the Tracking 1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL-LOCK position, and engage the parking brake. 2. Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position, shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Loosen the bolts securing the control levers (Figure 54). g004919 Figure 54 1. Control lever 2. Control-lever post 3. Bolts g001656 4.
Hydraulic System Maintenance Check the level of the hydraulic fluid before you first start the engine and daily thereafter. 1. Position the machine on a level surface. 2. Move the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL-LOCK position and start the engine. Hydraulic System Safety Note: Run the engine at the lowest possible rpm to purge the system of air. • Seek immediate medical attention if fluid is injected into skin. Injected fluid must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor.
Changing the Hydraulic Fluid And Filter Cleaning Cleaning Under the Cutting Unit Service Interval: After the first 200 hours Every 800 hours 1. 2. 3. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers to the NEUTRAL-LOCK position, and engage the parking brake. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position, shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
Storage Storage Safety • Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all movement to stop before you leave the operator’s position. Allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it. • Do not store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such as on a water heater or other appliance. Preparing the Machine for Storage g004905 Figure 58 Right side not shown. Important: Do not use brackish or reclaimed water to clean the machine.
6. Thoroughly clean and service the air-cleaner assembly. 7. Seal the air-cleaner inlet and the exhaust outlet with weatherproof masking tape. 8. Check the oil-filler cap and fuel-tank cap to ensure that they are securely in place.
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