Form No. 3354-101 Rev D Walk-Behind Mower Fixed Deck, T-Bar, Gear with a 32in Cutting Unit or 36in TURBO FORCE® Cutting Unit Model No. 30692—Serial No. 260000001 and Up Model No. 30694—Serial No. 260000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
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. Figure 1 This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002. 1. Model and serial number location Important: This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler.
Safety Adding Fuel ....................................................... 13 Think Safety First ............................................... 14 Operating the Parking Brake ............................... 14 Starting and Stopping the Engine ........................ 14 Operating the Blade Control Lever (PTO) ............................................................ 15 The Safety Interlock System................................ 16 Driving Forward or Backward.............................
– 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. • Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. • Do not operate the mower under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
This product is designed for cutting and recycling grass or, when equipped with a grass bagger, for catching cut grass. Any use for purposes other than these could prove dangerous to user and bystanders. • Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. General Operation • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.
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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. 43-8480 95-5537 3. Pull back to disengage 1. Read the Operator’s Manual for instructions on operating the cutting blade 2.
98-5954 98-3266 98-3296 98-4387 1. Warning—wear hearing protection. 104-8569 98-5130 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for instructions on torquing the blade bolt/nut to 75-80 ft-lb (102-106 N⋅m).
110-6916 Manufacturer’s Mark 1. Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer.
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 tire pressure. 2 Operator’s Manual Engine Operator’s Manual Parts Catalog Safety Video/DVD Registration Card Oil drain hose 1 1 1 1 1 1 Read the Operator’s Manual and watch the video before operating the machine. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Product Overview Figure 3 1. 2. 3. 4. Side discharge Mower deck Recoil starter Gas tank 5. T-bar control 6. Handle 7. Front caster wheel Figure 4 1. Throttle control 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Controls Become familiar with all the controls (Figure 4) before you start the engine and operate the machine. 7. Parking brake lever-released position Blade control bail 8. Choke Power take off lever (PTO) 9. Ignition switch 10. Upper handle Gear shift lever Upper control bar 11.
Upper Control Bar Shift to the desired gear and push forward on the upper control bar and blade control bail 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. Parking Brake Lever Pull back on upper control bar and swing brake lever up against the upper handle to set the parking brake (Figure 4).
Operation 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. Adding Fuel Use Unleaded Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not available. • Always place gasoline containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
Important: Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol. Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while it is unattended. Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner to the gas. 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.
6. To start a cold engine, move the throttle control midway between the fast and slow positions. 7. To start a warm engine, move the throttle control to the fast position. 8. Pull the choke knob if the engine is cold (Figure 7). 5. Pull wire off spark plug(s) to prevent possibility of accidental starting before storing or performing maintenance on the machine. Note: A warm or hot engine usually does not require any choking. 9.
Note: It is necessary to fully and manually disengage the blade control lever. throttle control in the fast position for best mowing performance. The Safety Interlock System Driving Forward 1. To go forward, move the shift lever to a forward gear (Figure 9). 2. Release the parking brake; refer to Releasing the Parking Brake. If safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly causing personal injury. 3.
Driving Backward Up a Curb 1. Disengage the mower blades. A blade can be bent or damaged when driving up a curb. Pieces of blade that may be thrown could seriously injure or kill you or bystanders. 2. Select reverse to drive the machine. 3. Drive the machine until drive wheels contact curb (Figure 10). Do not run blades while driving up a curb forward or backward. Note: Both drive wheels should contact the curb and caster wheels straight. Driving Forward Up a Curb 4.
Transporting Machines Adjusting the Blade Height Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all necessary 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. Adjust the blades by using the 4 spacers (1/4 inch) (6 mm) on the blade spindle bolts.
Adjusting the Axle Height Adjust the axle position to the selected height-of-cut setting. Refer to the Height-of-Cut Chart. 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. Loosen, but do not remove, the 2 axle pivot bolts and the 2 axle adjustment bolts (Figure 13). Figure 14 1. Latch pin 2. Spacer, 3/16 inch (5 mm) 3. Spacer, 1/2 inch (13 mm) 2.
Figure 16 1. Upper handle 2. Rear frame 3. Flange bolt (3/8 x 1 inch) 4. Lock nut (3/8 inch) 5. Upper mounting hole 6. Lower mounting hole 3. Remove the lower flange bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and flange nuts securing handle to rear frame (Figure 16). 4. Pivot handle to desired operating position and install lower flange bolts (3/8 x 1 inch)and flange nuts into mounting holes. Tighten all flange bolts. 5.
Height of Cut Chart Number of spacers below caster Number of 1/4 inch blade spacers below spindle 1/2 inch (13mm) 3/16 inch (5 mm) 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 inch (41
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 • Change the engine oil. • Check the mower belt tension. After the first 25 hours • Check the mower belt tension. Before each use or daily • • • • • • • Check the safety system. Grease the caster wheels and caster pivot. Check the engine oil level. Clean the air intake screen.
Greasing the Mower Belt Idler 3. Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make sure to scrape any paint off the front of the fitting(s). Service Interval: Every 50 hours 4. Connect a grease gun to the fitting. Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings. Grease the fitting on the mower belt idler arm pivot (Figure 19). 5. Wipe up any excess grease. Note: Remove the mower deck cover to access the grease fitting for the mower belt idler arm.
Engine Maintenance Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval/Specification Foam element: Clean it after every 25 operating hours. Paper element: Check it after every 50 operating hours. Replace it after every 200 operating hours or yearly, which ever comes first. Inspect the foam and paper elements and replace them if they are damaged or excessively dirty. 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 4. Clean around the oil dipstick (Figure 22) so that dirt cannot fall into the filler hole and damage the engine. 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 20). 2. Place the air cleaner assembly onto the air cleaner base and secure it with the 2 wing nuts (Figure 20). 3.
Figure 24 1. Oil filter 2. Adapter 3. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on the replacement filter (Figure 24). 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 3/4 turn (Figure 24). Figure 23 1. Oil drain valve 2. Oil drain hose 9. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube (Figure 22). 5.
Important: Always replace the spark plugs when it has a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks. 3. Check the gap between the center and side electrodes (Figure 26). Bend the side electrode (Figure 26) if the gap is not correct. Installing the Spark Plugs 1. Install the spark plugs and the metal washer. Ensure that the air gap is set correctly. 2. Tighten the spark plugs to 16 ft-lb (22 N•m). 3. Connect the wires to the spark plugs (Figure 26). Figure 25 1. Spark-plug wire/spark plug 4.
Fuel System Maintenance Servicing the Fuel Tank 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 • Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area. Wipe up any gasoline that spills. 1. Fuel shut-off valve • Never smoke when draining gasoline, and stay away from an open flame or where a spark may ignite the gasoline fumes. 2.
Drive System Maintenance Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Every 50 hours 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 29). Rear Tire Pressure: 15 psi (103 kPa) Caster Tire Pressure: 25-30 psi (172-207 kPa) Figure 28 1. Hose clamp 2. Fuel line 3. Filter 5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines. 6.
Cooling System Maintenance Cleaning the Air Intake Screen Service Interval: Before each use or daily Before each use remove any build-up of grass, dirt or other debris from the cylinder and cylinder head cooling fins, air intake screen on flywheel end, and carburetor-governor levers and linkage. This will help insure adequate cooling and correct engine speed and will reduce the possibility of overheating and mechanical damage to the engine.
Brake Maintenance Servicing the Brakes Before each use, check brakes on both a level surface and slope. Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. If the parking brake does not hold securely, an adjustment is required. Checking the Brakes Figure 31 Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Brake rod 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the blade control (PTO). 2.
Belt Maintenance 3. Raise the rear of the machine and hold it up with jack stands. Checking the Belts 4. Remove the mower belt; refer to Replacing the Mower Belt (Figure 33). Service Interval: Every 50 hours Check all belts after every 50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs first. Look for dirt, wear, cracks and signs of overheating. Replacing the Traction Drive Belt 1. Remove hairpin cotter securing brake rod to brake arm to relax belt idler tension (Figure 32). 2.
7. Engage the blade control (PTO) lever and check the belt tension. Refer to Adjusting the Mower Belt Tension. 11. Rotate the clevis clockwise on the rod to increase the clearance; rotate it counterclockwise to decrease it (Figure 35). 12. Disengage the blade control (PTO) lever. Note: The proper mower belt tension is 10-15 lbf. (44-67 N) with the belt deflected 1/2 inch (13 mm) halfway between the pulleys (Figure 34).
Note: The eyebolt threads on both ends of the turnbuckle should be engaged a minimum of 5/16 inch (8 mm). Figure 37 1. Idler pulley in slot 2. Traction belt 3. Mower belt 4. Belt guide 5. 1-1/4 inch (32 mm) 6. Mower belt Adjusting the Mower Belt Tension Service Interval: After the first 8 hours After the first 25 hours Every 50 hours Adjust the mower belt tension as follows: • After the first 8 operating hours. • After the first 25 operating hours. • After every 50 operating hours.
Mower Deck Maintenance 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. 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. Figure 38 1. Cutting Edge 2. Curved Area 3. Wear/slot Forming 2. Inspect the blades, especially the curved area (Figure 38).
2. Measure from a level surface to the cutting edge, position A, of the blades (Figure 40). Note this dimension. 3. Rotate the opposite ends of the blades forward. 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.
the end of the sail area only (Figure 43). Repeat this procedure until the blade is balanced. Figure 43 1. Blade 2. Balancer Installing the Blades 1. Install the curved washer and then the blade onto the bolt. Select the proper number of spacer(s) for the height-of- cut, and slide the bolt into the spindle (Figure 41). Figure 44 1. Spring mounting bolts 2. Blade brake pad Important: The curved part of the blade must point upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. 2.
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. Important: You can wash the machine with mild detergent and water. Do not pressure wash the machine. Avoid excessive use of water, especially near the shift lever plate, and engine. 3.
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 the fuel tank with gasoline. 2. Fuel shut off valve is closed. 3. Choke is not on. 2. Open the fuel shut off valve. 3. Move the throttle lever to choke position. 4. Clean or replace the air cleaner element. 5. Install the wire on spark plug. 4. Air cleaner is dirty. 5. Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected. 6. Spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the gap is incorrect. 7.
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 a 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.
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