TOR, Helping you put quality into play.™ 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. A it means CAUTION, WARNING or DANGER personal safety instruction. Allure to comply with the Instruction may result in personal injury. MODEL NO. 30788 40001 thru 60001 FORM NO. 3316255 Rev. D up OPERATOR’S & MODEL NO.
FOREWORD The GROUNDSMASTER® 325-D was developed to satisfy the demand for a maneuverable, intermediate size, turf maintenance rotary mower. The machine has advanced concepts in engineering and design, and if maintained proper, it will give excellent service. Since the GROUNDSMASTER® 325-D is a high-quality predict, Toto is concerned about the future use of the machine and safety of the user. Therefore, read this manual to familiarize yourself with proper setup operation and maintenance instructions.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4-6 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS 8-7 SPECIFICATIONS . LOOSE PARTS SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS 1116 BEFORE OPERATING . seer Check Crankcase Ol Fill Fuel Tank with Diesel Fuel 17 Check Co cling System 18 Check Hydraulic System Oil 18 CONTROLS verminous 1921 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 21-23 Starting/Stopping Engine .. .
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The GROUNDSMASTER® 325-D was tested and certified by TOR for compliance with the specifications of the American National Standards Institute. Although hazard control and accident prevention partially are dependent upon the design and configuration of the machine, these factors are also dependent upon the awareness, concern, and proper training of the personnel Involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the machine.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 14, Traverse slopes carefully, Do not start or stop suddenly when traversing slopes or when traveling uphill or downhill. 18, Operator must be skilled and trained in how to drive on hillsides. Failure to use caution on slopes or hills may cause loss of control and vehicle to tip or roll possibly resulting in personal injury or death, 16.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 36. At the time of manufacture, the machine conformed to safety standards in effect for riding mowers. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety certification of the machine, use genuine TOR replacement parts and accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made by other manufacturers may result in non—conformance with the safely standards, and the warranty may be voided.
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS INSTRUCTIONS £ o> e meow evenness ‘ INVEIGLE SPEED INGRESSES ( TRACTION PEDAL 8 WITH MORE PEDAL PRESSURE | IMPORTANT 4 USE FLINT Posit Ion \ HEN TEAL ERG THIS UNIT \ A CAUTION TURN OFF PTO BEFORE RAISING IMPLEMENT 10 TRANSPORT POSITION. DO NOT OPERATE (IMPLEMENT IN TRANSPORT POSITION, i LIFT CONTROL | 229545 D roar ON STEERING | COLUMN SUPPORT NEAR (Part No. 82-8940} LIFT LEVER TRANSPORT {Part No. i 66-6390) @ PARKING BAKE ON STEER 4\ CAUTION DO NOT USE STARTING FLUID 839150 !
SPECIFICATIONS Engine: The 4-cycle, 3 cylinder, overhead valve Mitsubishi diesel engine, Model K3D, is water cooled and delivers 24,89 HP (18.6 kw} @ 3600 rpm. Cylinder bore is 2-7/8 in. (73 mm), stroke is in. (78 mm} and displacements 59.7 cu.in. (879 cc). Compassion ratio is 23:1. Crankcase oil capacity fitter is 3.7 gt. {3.5 L}, Filter is full flow, replaceable, screw—on type. Mechanical centrifugal type governor omits maximum no—load engine speed to 3200 -+ 50 rpm. Idle speeds 1500 -4~ 50 rpm.
SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS (approx.
Note: Use this chart as a checklist to ensure all parts necessary for assembly have been shipped. If any of these LOOSE PARTS pairs are missing, total set—up cannot be completed. DESCRIPTION Qry. USE Wheel Nut 10 Mount Rear Steering Wheels Wheel~Rear 2 Wheel Nut 10 Mount Front Wheels Wheel—Front 2 Steering Wheel 1 Foam Seal 1 Nut 1 Install Steering Whee! Screw 1 Cap 1 Manual Tube (shipped in tool box) 1 install on right underside of seat R—Clamp 2 Bail Joint R.H.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL FRONT & REAR WHEELS 1. Remove and discard fasteners securing wheels to packaging. 2. Remove wheel noels from studs on front and rear axles. 3. Mount wheels and torque mounting nuts to 45-55 fibs (61-75 N.m). INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 1. Remove jam nut from steering shaft. Slide foam seal and steering wheel onto steering shaft. 2. Secure steering wheel to shaft with jam nut and tighten it to 1015 3. Install cap to steering wheel with screw. Figure 1 1. Storing Whale! 4. Crow 2.
INSTRUCTIONS 5. Slide spring up onto pin while pushing down on pin. 6. Pry top of spring down and insert roil pin through pin. 7. Check operation of pin, 8. {Model 30739) Reinstall sealing plate to frame, above fuel tank with flange screw, truss head screw, (2) knockouts and spacer previously removed. 9. (Model 30739) Reinstall seat switch to support bracket. Adjust switch height so it is 3/32” (2.4 mm) below top of spring pin. Tighten jam nuts securely. Reinstall boot to switch. 10.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS 8. {Model 30739} Reinstall seat switch to support bracket. Adjust switch height so it is 3/32" (2.4 mm} below top of spring pin. Tighten jam nuts securely. Reinstall boot to switch, ‘10. Mount seat suspension assembly to (4] cap screws on seat bottom and secure with {4) lock washers, flat washers and nuts {Fig. 8). 11. Loosely secure {2} R—clamps to right side of seat bottom with (2} cap screws supplied in kit {Fig. 8} install manual tube inch R-clamps and tighten cap screws {Fig. 8.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS ACTIVATE AND CHARGE BATTERY 1. Since battery is not filled with electrolyte or charged, bulk electrolyte with 1,280 specific gravity @ 77° F(25° C)mustbepurchased aromatically battery supply outlet. A\ caution Wear safety goggles and rubber gloves when working with electrolyte, and charge the battery in a well—ventilated place so gases produced while charging can dissipate. Since the gases are explosive, keep open flame and electrical sparks away from the battery. Do not smoke.
INSTRUCTIONS Figure 12 3. 2-3/8 Bight hand push arm 1. dam mat 2. Ball joint mount 1. Jam mat 102 mm} block 3. Left hand push arm 4, Alt joint mount 5. 2-3/8 Raise front of it arm until hole in movable end of cylinder lines up with holes in lift arm brackets, Use caution as lift arm is spring—loaded. Hold parts together with cylinder pin, spring pin, and cotter pin. Cotter pin must be to the outside. 8. Install implement; refer to implement Operator's Manual for proper installation procedures.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL REAR WEIGHT To comply with ANSI/OPE| B71.4~ 1980 Standard, rear weight must be added to rear of traction unit. Use chart below to determine weight requirements. Order parts from your local Authorized Toto Distributor, Guardian 72” Recycle {Model 30716) or 2760 Fla ll Mower {Model 44590) Cutting Unit Rear Weight Weight Part Weight Qty.
BEFORE OPERATING Figure 17 1. Oit fill hole. IMPORTANT: Check level of oil after every § hours of operation or daily. Change oil after every &0 hours and every 100 hours thereafter. Change oil and filter more frequently when engine is operated in extremely dusty or direly conditions, 6. Install dipstick inch tube. FILL FUEL TANK WITH DIESEL FUEL A\ pang Er Because diesel fuel Is flammable, caution must be used when storing or handling it.
BEFORE OPERATING CHECK COOLING SYSTEM Clean debris off screen and front of radiator daily, hourly if conditions are extremely dusty and dirty; refer to Cleaning Radiator and Screen, The cooling system is filled with a 50/50 solution of water and permanent ethylene glycol anti—freeze. Check level of coolant at beginning of each day before starting the engine. Capacity of cooling system is approximately 6 quarts (5.7 L}, 1. Carefully remove radiator cap.
CONTROLS Traction Pedal (Fig. pedal has two functions; one [s to make the machine move forward, the other is to make it move backward. Using the heel and toe of the right foot, depress top of pedal to move forward and bottom of pedal to move backward. Ground speed is proportionate to how far pedal is depressed. For maximum ground speed with no load, traction pedal must be fully depressed while throttle is in FAST position. Maximum speed forward is approximately 9.5 mph (15 km/hr).
CONTROLS Figure 22 1. PTO ravel 6. Temp gauge and reset 2. Hair mater 7. Glow plug switch & Indicator 3. Fuel gauge 8. Koy swish 4. Ot pressure indicator 8. Throttle control 5. Ammeter 10. Battary cover Hour Meter (Fig. hour meter registers accumulated hours of engine operation. Use the hour mater to determine intervals for service maintenance and lubrication. Fuel Gauge (Fig. quantity of fuel remaining in fuel tank. Qil Pressure Warning Light (Fig.
CONTROLS A 40 amp circuit breaker {Fig. 24} is also incorporated to protect the entire wiring circuit. A reset button is located on the lower side of the panel, which can be reached after removal of the battery cover. The button should be depressed if a total loss of all electrical functions should occur. However, the electrical system should first be checked to ascertain the reason for the malfunction. Figure 24 1. Circuit breaker reset button Engine Stop Lever {Fig.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Note: Do not exceed 1 minute of continuous use or glow plug may fail prematurely. Note: Refer to chart indicating approximate preheat time suggested in various temperature ranges. Temperature Preheat time (sac) Above 41°F (5°C) 10 23°Fto 41°F 20 Below 23°F 30 Note: Do not run starter motor more than 10 seconds at a time or premature starter failure may result.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CHECKING INTERLOCK SWITCHES The machine has interlock switches in the electrical system. These switches are designed to stop the engine when operator gets off the seat while either the PTO lever is engaged or traction pedal is depressed. However, operator may get off the seat while engine is running. Although engine will continue to run if PTO lever is disengaged and fraction pedal is released, iris strongly recommended that the engine be stopped before dismounting from the seat. A\ c
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Therefore, allow traction pedal to move backward as engine rpm decrease, and depress pedal slowly as rpm increase. By comparison, when driving from one work area to another—with no load and cutting unit raised—have throttle in FAST position and depress traction pedal slowly hut fully to attain maximum ground speed. Anther characteristic to consider is the operation of the turning pedals that are connected to the hakes.
DAILY MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST Daily Maintenance: (duplicate this page for routine use) Maintenance Check stem » ally Maintenance MON | TUES | WED SAT SUN 3 Safety Interlace Operation Grass Deflector in Down Position Brake Operation Engine Cil Level Cooling System Fluid Level Drain Water/Fuel Separator Dust Cup and Baffin (Air Filter) Radiator & Screen for Debris Unusual Engine Noises' Transmission Ol Level Hydraulic Hoses for Damage Fluid Leaks Tire Pressure Instrument Operation Condition of Blades Lubricate
ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE REPLACING SEAT SWITCH 1. Remove instrument cover negative battery cable from battery. and disconnect 2. Pivot seat forward and secure with support rod to prevent it from faking accidentally and possibly causing injury. 3. Remove boot from button end of seat switch (Fig. 38). Retain boot for retaliation, Separate switch wire connectors. s Figure 38 1. Seat Switch 4. Remove top jam nut securing switch to mounting bracket and remove switch. 5.
AIR CLEANER MAINTENANCE GENERAL MAINTENANCE PRACTICES inspect air cleaner and hose periodically to maintain maximum engine protection and to ensure maximum service life. 1. Assure hose between alr cleaner and carburetor is clamped securely in place. Replace the hose if it is cracked or punctured. 2. Check air cleaner body for dents and other damage which could possibly cause an air leak. Replace a damaged air cleaner body. 3. Be sure dust cap is sealing around bottom of air cleaner bad. 4.
AIR CLEANER MAINTENANCE C. Dry filter element using warm, flowing air {160°F (71°C) max), or allow element to air—dry, Do not use compressed air or a light bulb to dry the filter element because damage could result. Compressed Alr Method IMPORTANT: Do not remove plastic fin assembly because back-blowing with compressed air removes dust from beneath fins. A. Blow compressed air from inside to the outside of dry filter element. Do not exceed 100 psi (689 kPa) to prevent damage to the element. B.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE Figure 43 1. Dipstick 3 op oif love between notches 2. Dipstick tube 4. Engine oil filter 8. After oll is drained, reinstall drain plug and wipe up any oif that spoiled. 8. Fillcrankecase with oil; refer ta Check Crankcase Oif SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM Note: Refer to Fill Fuel Tank With Diesel Fuel for proper fuel recommendations. Fuel Tank Drain and clean fuel tank every 400 hours of operation or yearly, whichever comes first.
ENGINE Figure 46 1. Fitter 2. Magnet 5, If fighter is to be cleaned, wash thoroughly in cleaning solvent and blow compressed air from inside toward outside of element. Hold air nozzle at least one inch (25 mm) from filter and move up and down while rotating filter. Do net exceed 100 psi (690 kPa) to avoid filter damage. Note: Replace the filter if there is any visible dirt which cannot be washed out. 8. Clean magnet of any residue (Fig. 46}, insert filter into body, and install cover {Fig. 45), 7.
ENGINE Figure satisfaction 2. Idler pulley lockout 4, install fan belt guard and secure with cap screws {Fig. 47). Close and latch hood. Note: Check fan bat tension after first day’s operation. Readjust tension, if necessary. Follow regular maintenance check procedure thereafter, CHANGING COOLANT IN COOLING SYSTEM The cooling system must be filled with a 50/50 solution of water and permanent ethylene glycol anti~freeze.
TRACTION DRIVE MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING TRACTION CONTROL ROD 1. Check traction drive neutral position assure front wheels do not creep; refer to Adjusting Traction Drive for Neutral. 2. Press down on front of ration pedal and check travel, There should be approximately 3.50” clearance between end of pedal and floor plate when pedal in fully depressed (Fig. 50). Adjust pump control rod {Fig. 1) to attain dimension, Figure 50 1. End of pedal 2. Floor plate 3. 3.500n. Figure 51 1.
TRACTION DRIVE MAINTENANCE 7. Should front wheel continue to rotate, check forth following: A. Ball bearing is loose or worn out {Fig. 52, B. Plunger on interlock switch is sticking. C. Loose or missing fasteners. D. Worn roll pin securing pump lever to transmission. E. Pump lever loose on control shaft. (Correct by applying Locomotive 271 or 601 to shaft} E. Weak or damaged leaf springs (Fig. 52). Replace. G. Internal transmission component malfunction. Contact your local Toto distributor for assistance.
STEERING MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING TILT STEERING CONTROL If steering wheel tilt control lever must be adjusted, proceed as follows: 1. Remove knob from parking brake and self tapping screws from steering column cover. Slide cover up steering shaft to expose pivot bracket (Fig. 54). Figure 54 1. Pivot Plate 2. Somali Nut 3. Large Nut 2. Loosen small nut, rotate pivot bracket until it tightens large nut below (Fig. 54). Re tighten small nut. 3. Reinstall steering column cover and parking brake knob.
BRAKE MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING BRAKES Adjust the service brakes when there is more than one inch {25 mmj) of "free travel” of the turn pedals, or when the brakes do not work effectively. Free travel is the distance the brake pedal moves before braking resistance is felt. The brakes should only need adjusting after considerable use. These periodic adjustments can be performed where the brake cables connect to the brake pedal mount.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING LIFT LEVER LATCH Lift lever latch that is positioned incorrectly can cause the tilt lever to hold the spool in an actuated position when the implement is in the FLOAT position. This causes Collin the hydraulic system to overheat. When lift lever latches adjusted correctly, the fight lever shouts just clear the rounded part of the latch as lever is moved into FLOAT position, 1. Unscrew bail from lift lever. 2.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Note: Fluid to operate the power steering is supplied by the hydraulic system transmission charge pump. Cold weather start—up may result in "stiff” operation of the steering until the hydraulic system has warmed up. Using proper weight hydraulic oif in system minimizes this condition. The axis housing acts as the reservoir for the system, The transmission and axle housing are shipped from the factory with approximately 5 quarts (4.7 L) of SAE 10W-30 engine oil.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Minimum Recommended Maintenance Intervals Check Battery Cable Connections Lubricate All Grease Filings Lubricate Brake Cables Check Cutting Unit Gear Box Oil Level Clean Under Cutting Unit Belt Covers Check Cutting Unit Drive Belt Adjustment Change Engine Oil inspect Air Filter, Dust Cup, and Baffle $ Change Engine Ol Filter Check Electric Clutch Gap Adjustment 1 Check PTO Belt Tension t Check Fan and Alternator Belt Tension Inspect Cooling System Hoses Service Air Filter Check Rear Whe
IDENTIFICATION AND ORDERING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS The Groundsmaster® 325-D has two identification numbers: a model number and a serial number, These numbers are stamped into a plate located on front bulkhead left of seat {Fig. 64). in any correspondence concerning the unit, supply the model and serial numbers to ensure correct information and replacement parts are obtained. To order replacement parts from an authorized TOR Distributor, supply the following information: 1. Model and serial numbers. 2.
The Toto Promise A Limited Warranty The Toto Company promises to repair your TOR GROUNDSMASTER® MOWER and its originally purchased cutting unt, if defective in materials or workmanship. The following time periods from the date of purchase apply {special warranty terms, on certain components, may be offal component manufacturers; Model 30788 or 30739 through The Toto Company by the Two Years or 1500 operational hours, whichever comes first The cost of parts, labor and transportation are included.