FORM NO. 3315895 MODEL NO. 30580 — 30149 & UP OPERATOR’S MANUAL To understand this product, and for safety and optimum performance, read this manual before starting the engine. Pay special attention to SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS highlighted by this symbol. AL it means CAUTION, WARNING or DANGER personal safety instruction. Allure to comply with the Instruction may result In personal injury.
FOREWORD The Groundsmaster® 580 D was developed to satisfy the demand for a fare scale rotary mower that combines the productivity of a 16 —foot mowing machine with the handing ease of a trim mower. The Grounds master 580D has advanced concepts in engineering and design, and if properly maintained, will provide excellent service. Since the Grounds master 580D s a high quality product, TOR is concerned about its future use and safety of the user.
A SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner of the machine canresultininjury. Reduce the potential for any injury by complying with the following safety instructions, WARNING: Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which is an odorless, deadly poison. Carbon monoxide is also known to the State of California to cause birth defects. Do not run engine indoors closed area. BEFORE OPERATING 1. Read and understand the contents of this manual before operating the machine.
A SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 20. If a cutting blade strikes a solid object or vibrates abnormally, stop immediately, turn engine off, set parking brake and wait for all motion to spat. Inspect for damage. Repair or replace any damaged parts before operating. MAINTENANCE 21. Before servicing or making adjustments, stop engine and remove key from the switch. 22. Assure entire machine is properly maintained and in good operating condition. Frequently check all nuts, bolts and resews. 23.
A SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS IMPROPER TOWING CAN CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE THIS MACHINE. BEFORE TOWING, SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS. ;me ON REAR FENDER AND FRONT FRAME {Part No. 72-4080) e S i MOUNTING areas foo Bare E, P © ON STEERING COLUMN SUPPORT {Part No., 83-0970) Eo, | [EEW [ GARAGE 10 CONTROLLER — | AND VOID WARRANTY. [ 15A | o CONTROL. HORN Sy [1 HEFTS SUBLIMELY “O”' e BTN OPEN : TAILLIGHTS UNDER LOWER CONTROL COVER UNDER (Part No.
A SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS A CAUTION BLADE RETAINING BOLTS MUST BE TORQUED TO 140-166 ft-lbs. CHECK BLADE BOLT TORQUE AFTER STRIKING ANY SOLID OBJECT. ON CUTTING UNIT CASTOR ARMS {Part No. 69-0880) 69-0860 LOW e\ 1152253354 HIGH RANGE HEIGHT OF CUT ON FRONT AND REAR CUTTING UNITS MOTOR MOUNT PLATES {Part No. 71-4280) — | fevers fondant TRACTION « wer P ~ DECK Liftoff DECK DRIVE CHARGE Rumpus DOWER STEERING RIGHT SIDE NEAR TEST PORTS {Part No.
SPECIFICATIONS Seat and Storage: Deluxe seat w/armrests, backrest and suspension. Adjustable fore and aft travel, weight and height. Coal storage tray under hinged floor plate; storage and beverage holder alongside control panel. Brakes: Enclosed, multiple front hydraulic disc brakes operated by right foot pedal. Mechanical steering brakes via two pedals which lock together for parking brake function. Dynamic braking through closed—loop hydra static drive.
SPECIFICATIONS Trimming Ability: Trims to either side. 58 in. (147cm) cutting unit offset from outside of wheel to trim side of side cutting unit on either side. Adjustment: 1/2in. (12.7 mm} increments by spacers on all castor shafts, Cutter Drive: Hydraulic gear motor. Three "B" section belts to spindles Castor Wheels: Four 10.50 x 3.50 heavy duty, interchangeable, solid rubber castor wheels.
BEFORE OPERATING {Fig. 4). Add oil until feel is to top notch on dipstick (Fig. 3). DO NOT OVERFILL. Fig nave 4 1. Engine Hood 3. Hood Latches 2. Lat Sid Manet 4, Side Panel Larch 5. When batteries are fully charged, disconnect charger from electrical outlet and battery posts, 6. Install negative cable ends, slide tray back in place, secure with cap screws and install side panel. o SR Flours 2 4. Positive Connections 5. Battery Tray Mounting Screws 1. ornery tray 2, Tray Mounting Halos 3.
BEFORE OPERATING CHECK COOLING SYSTEM (DAILY) The cooling system is filled with a 50/50 solution of water and permanent ethylene glycol anti—freeze. Check coolant level at beginning of each day before starting the engine. Capacity of cooling system is approximately 3.9 gal (14.7 ). A CAUTION The best time to check coolant level is each day before the engine has been started because coolant system has not bean pressurized.
BEFORE OPERATING IMPORTANT: Do not operate in HIGH RANGE foregrounded petards when tire pressures is less than 18 psi because tire may be damaged. When tire pressure exceeds 18 psl, HIGH RANGE may be used. CHECK SYSTEMS OPERATION (DAILY) Start engine. Move the Grounds master 580D, slowly, to an area where the machine can be checked for proper function. Check operation of controls, safety interlock system, engine, hydraulic system, brakes and cutting units.
BEFORE OPERATING 4, Emotionalizing castor wheel assemblies, remove lynch pin from castor fork shafts (Fig. 9). Remove castor fork shaft and spacer assembly from the castor arm (Fig. 9). Place spacers onto castor spindle to desired setting and install castor fork shaft in arm (Fig. 9). install remaining spacers onto shaft and secure assemblies with the finch pin (Fig. 9). Ems tors linchpin 3. Washers 2.
CONTROLS Engine Oll Pressure Warming (Fig. 13) — Dangerously low engine oil pressure is indicated by both a warning indicator light and audible signal, When this recurs, stop the engine immediately to keep possible engine damage minimal. No Charge Warning (Fig. 13) — No charge to the batteries is indicated by a warn ng indicator light and audible signal. Fuel System Naming (Fig. 13) — A warning indicator light and audible signal warn of water in the fuel and need for service.
CONTROLS High Range Ground Speed Indicator (Fig. 15) — On steering column. Alerts operator the Grounds master 580D is in high range ground speed mode. Cruise Control Indicator {Fig. 15) ~ On steering column. Alerts operator the cruise control is engaged. Tilt Steering Control (Fig. 15) ~ Single lever on tight side of steering column. Pivot lever rearward to release and move steering column and tower to desired angle. Pivot lever forward to lock steering column and wheel in desired position, Key Switch (Fig.
CONTROLS Figaro 78 1. Fuse Block 2. Circuit Broker Rests Button Traction Pedal (Fig. 19) — Controls forward and reverse operation. Depress top of pedal to move forward and bottom to move in reverse. Ground speed is dependent upon high range/low range ground speed mayflower in low than high range} and proportionate to how far pedal is depressed. Brake Pedal (Fig.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Figure 21 4. Cutting Unit Lift Controls 5. Throttle Lever 6. ignition Koy Switch 2. Cruise Control Switches 3. HIGHBROW Range Switch 2. Rotate ignition key switch to START position {Fig. 21). Release key immediately when engine starts and aglow it to return to RUN position. Note: Do not run starter motor more than 10 seconds at a time or premature starter failure may result. If engine fails to star tatter 10 seconds, turn key to OFF position.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS manically reset when the key switches turned tithe OFF position. Figure 24 1. Fuse Fitter Air Bled Plug 2. Injection Pump Air Bled plug 5. Loosen air vent plug on injection pump about 1~1/2 turns (Fig. 24). Operate priming pump until solid stream of fuel flows from the vent hole (Fig. 25), then tighten air vent plug. 8. Push priming pump down to compress spring and rotate clockwise to lock closed. 7. Try to start engine.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CHECKING INTERLOCK SWITCHES The purpose of the interlock switches are to prevent the engine from cranking or starting unless the traction pedal is in NEUTRAL, to ensure cutting units disengage when raised or when operator leaves the seat. In addition, the engine will stop when the traction pedal is depressed with operator off the seat.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3. Connect the Diagnostic ACE connector to the harness connector. Make sure correct overlay decal is positioned on Diagnostic ACE. 4. Turn the key switch to the ON position, but do not start machine. Note: The red text on the overlay decal refers to input switches and the green exit refers to outputs. 5. The “outputs displayed” LED, on lower right column of Diagnostic ACE, should be illuminated.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CHECK WARNING INDICATOR LIGHTS Each day, before operating assure all warning lights are functioning: 1. Sit on seat and apply parking brake. Turn ignition key ON and push TEST button. All lights should illuminate. 2. Hightails to illuminate, replace the bulb and test again. PUSHING OR TOWING MACHINE In an emergency, the Grounds master 580D can be moved by the following methods: A. Actuate the by —pass valve in the variable displacement hydraulic pump and push or tow the machine, B.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS Familiarization — Before mowing for the first time, practice operating in & tare, open and relatively level area. Start and stop the engine, operate in forward and reverse in LOW RANGE ground speed, Practice using the cruise control. Lower and raise cutting units individually and simultaneously. When thoroughly familiar with machine functions, practice operating around trees and obstacles while using the individual wheel brakes.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cruise Control operating the machine at the desired ground speed, turn the cruise control switch to ON and press the cruise control actuating button. The traction pedal will be held in its position and a constant ground speed will be maintained. A light on the steering column indicates the cruise control is in operation, Ground speed can be changed by over— riding the traction pedal. The pedal will maintain its new position when the over—riding force is released.
MAINTENANCE INTERVAL CHART Listed below are machine components requiring lubrication or other maintenance, and intervals in which service Is required. Materials and quantities, If required, are noted under appropriate headings In the sections that follow, Cheek] . Component clan Replace Service Interval Interlock Switches: Seat, Traction, PTO X Proper function — Check daily. and Deck Lift Shut—Off Switches X Two years. Engine Ol X 5 hours or daily.
MAINTENANCE A CAUTION Ba fore performing machine maintenance, park on a level surface, set the parking brake, fully lower cutting units, shut engine off and remove key from ignition switch. If engine must be running to perform maintenance or adjustment, stay clear of moving parts. If engine has been operating shortly before maintenance has begun, avoid engine, muffler, turbocharger and radiator as they may be hot enough to cause injury.
MAINTENANCE 1. Unlatch and raise hood and prop it open (Fig. 32), 7 Make sure hood prop is secure din one of the mounting brackets on hood. Uninitiated and remove both side panels (Fig. 32). 2. Place drain pain line with the drain plug (Fig. 32, Clean area around drain plug. Figure 37 3. Faust Fitter Separator 2, Water Drain Plug 3. Every 1000 hours operation, or yearly, replace the engine fuel filter (Fig. 38) left front side of engine ~ and drain water from the fuel tank.
MAINTENANCE :NINE COOLING SYSTEM B. Unlatch latch handles on both sides and remove radiator cowl and grille support (Fig. 40). “he cooling system holds approximately 3.9 gal (14.7 B >f a 50/50 solution of ethylene glycol anti—freeze and water. To properly maintain the system, use the following procedures: 1. Check coolant level each day before starting the engine; refer to Check Cooling System in Before Operating section.
MAINTENANCE C. Loosen bolts {8} securing alternator to plate and mounting bracket (Fig. 42). Rotate alternator away from engine to increase tension and tighten bolts, Check bet tension after adjustment and re~ adjust, if necessary, Figure A7 1. Alternator 4, Mounting Bracket 2. Alt 5. Potts 3. Plate D. Install panel and close hood. 5. Every 100 hours operation, check condition of cooling system hoses and tightness of connections. Repair, as needed. 6.
MAINTENANCE 3. Dump material out of dust cup and clean cup and baffle. Reassemble parts together and secure to air cleaner body. Servicing Air Cleaner Filter Every 200 hours, or more frequently in extreme dusty, dirty conditions, service the air cleaner fitter by washing or use of compressed air. After every five cleanings (1000 hours), ar yearly, replace the element. 1. Unlatch, raise and prop hood open. 2. Service dust cup assembly; refer to Servicing Dust Cup and Baffle above. 3.
MAINTENANCE Check Oil Level 1. Visually check hydraulic oil level daily through sight glass (Fig. 46). With machine on a level surface, oil should be in the middies of the sight glass when warm and slightly below label when cold. 2. If oil needs to be added, clean area thoroughly around the fill cap before removing cap (Fig. 46). Add oil until proper level is indicated in sight glass. Figure 46 1. Hydraulic Ol Level Sight Glass 2.
MAINTENANCE Drain Hydraulic Reservoir Every 1000 hours operation, or yearly, drain and replace hydraulic fluid in reservoir, Total system capacity is approximately 40 gal (1511}; reservoir capacity is approximately 32 gal (121 ). Mote: Foil becomes contaminated (oil appears milky or black), the system must be flushed. Contact your octal TOR distributor for assistance. 1. Place drain pan under reservoir. In turn, remove all three (3) drain plugs and [et ofl drain into pan {Fig. 45). 2.
MAINTENANCE To Drain Gear Oil: 1. With machine on level surface, position wheal so the check/drain plug is at lowest position. 2. Place drain pan under hub, remove plug and allow oil to drain. 3. When oil has drained, position wheel so plug hole is at three or nine o’clock position (Fig. 51). 4. Add approximately 42 oz (1.24 {) high quality SAE 80—80 wt. gear lube to bring level up to bottom of hole and install plug. §. Repeat steps 1—4 on the opposite gear assembly.
MAINTENANCE BRAKE SYSTEM SERVICE G Check brake fluid level every 50 hours operation. Replace fluid every 1000 hours operation, or yearly. Replenish system with DOT 3 hydraulic brake fluid. To check fluid level: 1. Raise floor pane in front of seat (Fig. 54). flyover d fray. Figure 54 1. Floor Plato 2. Tool Tray 2. Snap cover bail off cover and remove cover from marten cylinder {Fig. 85) Figure 55 1. Master Cylinder 2.
MAINTENANCE BLADE MAINTENANCE Note: Although not needed for normal maintenance procedures, the front cutting unit can be pivoted {tilted) toa fully upright position (Fig. 57). Should you desire to chit the cutting unit, proceed as follows: Rigors 57 To Pivot (Tilt) Cutting Unit Upright: 1. Position front cutting unit so rear castor wheels just clear the floor, set parking brake and shut engine off. 2. Remove deck tilt link from tool box under traction unit floor (Fig.
MAINTENANCE BLADE BOLT TORQUE Check blade bolt torque daily or after blade strikes a solid object. However, if solid object causes blade robe damaged or bent to a degree iris unusable, replace it; refer to Removing Cutting Unit Blade, below. 1. Raise curling units to transport position, engage parking brake, shut engine off and remove key from ignition switch, 2. Using a torque wrench and rag or thickly padded glove to hold blade, torque blade bolts on all cutting units to 140165 ft~1b (190224 N mj.
MAINTENANCE 4. To check blade for being straight and parallel, remove from cutting unit. Lay blade on level surface and check its ends. Blade ends must be slightly lower than blade center and cutting edge lower than heel of the blade. If so, it will produce good quality —of—cut and require minimal engine power ta turn, By contrast, & blade with ends higher than blade center, or with cutting edge higher than the blade heel, is warped or bent and must be replaced. 5.
MAINTENANCE REPLACING BLADE DRIVE BELTS Position machine on level surface, lower cutting uni tic shop floor, engage parking brake, shut engine oft and remove key from ignition switch. Front Cutting Unit — Note: To remove center section belt, wing spindle drive belts must first be removed. 1. Remove deck covers. Lift each wingtoreleaseidler pulley tension and slip belt off pulleys {Fig. 60}. 2. Loosen jam nuts securing tension arm until compression spring on idler assembly is relaxed (Fig. 61). 3.
MAINTENANCE 1. Adjust cutting unit to highest height—of—cut. Position castor wheel axles in lower castor fork holes (Fig. 67, 68). checking front cutting unit, reposition two rear castor’s clevis pins to highest height-of-cut settling {Fig. 67). On the front castors, move all castor spacers to the underside of the castor arms {Fig. 68). To check outboard units, move alf castor shaft spacers to the underside of the castor arms and castor wheel axles to lower castor fork holes. Figure 67 1. High Range 2.
MAINTENANCE TRACTION CONTROL NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT 1 machine moves when traction pedal and pump lever are in neutral position, adjustment is required, 1. Park machine on a level surface, engage parking brake, raise wing decks completely, sower front deck to the ground and turn the engine OFF. 2. Actuate pump lever {with foot pedal) to make sure that foot pedal and linkage operate freely. Correct if necessary. 3. Put blocks at front and rear of ail four wheels.
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS A plate containing two identification numbers, a model and serial number, is affixed to the traction unit on the left bulkhead below the operator’s seat and on the rear channel of each cutting unit. In correspondence regarding the machine, supply the model and serial number to assure correct information and replacement parts are obtained, To order parts from an authorized TOR Distributor, please provide: 1.
The Toto Promise A One Year Limited Warranty The Toto Company promises to repair your model 30580 Groundsmaster® MOWER and s originally purchased cutting unit, if defective in materials or workmanship. The following time periods from the date of purchase apply: Model 30580 .. Two Years or 1500 operational hours, whichever come first, The cost of parts, favor and transportation are included.