Form No. 3444-237 Rev A Groundsmaster® 360 4-Wheel Drive Multi-Purpose Machine Model No. 31223—Serial No. 408000000 and Up Model No. 31230—Serial No. 408000000 and Up Model No. 31236—Serial No. 408000000 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
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.
Contents Adjusting the Throttle........................................ 37 Fuel System Maintenance ................................... 37 Servicing the Water Separator .......................... 37 Bleeding the Fuel System ................................. 38 Bleeding Air from the Fuel Injectors................... 38 Cleaning the Fuel Tank ..................................... 39 Inspecting the Fuel Lines and Connections.................................................. 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.
decal117-3233 117-3233 1. Read the Operator's Manual for information on fuses. 2. 4-wheel steer solenoid—7.5 A 3. PTO enable, 4-wheel-steer lamp, deck lift, deck float—7.5 A 4. Glow indicator, fuel-run solenoid, diagnostic light, start—7.5 A 5. Headlights, deck actuator, power takeoff—10 A 6. Lights—10 amp 7. Operator-presence switch—10 A 8. Power point, lights—15 A 9. Engine—10 A decal117-3272 117-3272 1.
decal125-9688 125-9688 1. Off 2. Windshield wipers 3. On 4. Spray windshield washer fluid. decal120-0250 120-0250 1. Slow-moving vehicle decal130-0594 130-0594 Model with Cab Only 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; when sitting in the cab, always wear a seat belt; wear hearing protection. decal120-0273 120-0273 decal130-0611 130-0611 1. Warning—remove the pin, raise the doors, and exit the cab.
decaloemmarkt Manufacturer's Mark 1. This mark indicates that the blade is identified as a part from the original machine manufacturer. decal132-6553 132-6553 Model with Cab Only decal132-3600 132-3600 Model with Cab Only 1. Height of cut 1. Read the Operator's Manual for more information on fuses. 2. Headlight (25 A) 5. Working light (20 A) 3. Condenser fan and A/C clutch (30 A) 7. Cab light (15 A) 4. Fan (25 A) 8. Windshield wipers (15 A) 6.
decal121-8378 121-8378 Model with Cab Only 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Fan—off Fan—on full Cold air Hot air External air Internal air Air conditioner—off Air conditioner—on decal117-3273 117-3273 6. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away. 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 2. Warning—do not operate this machine unless you are trained. 7. Warning—engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key before leaving the machine. 3.
decal144-7255 144-7255 1. Read the Operator’s Manual before performing maintenance. 10. Belt tension 2. Engine coolant 11. Parking brake 3. Fan belt tension 4. Radiator screen 12. Gearbox 13. Hydraulic fluid 5. Battery 14. Engine oil 6. Engine air filter 15. Fluid specifications 7. Fuel/water separator 16. Capacity 8. Tire pressure 17. Fluid interval (hours) 9. Fuel 18.
decal138-8236 138-8236 decal138-8229 138-8229 1. Lower decks 6. Two-wheel steering 2. Raise decks 7. Four-wheel steering 1. Lower decks 6. Two-wheel steering 3. Engine—stop 8. Fast 2. Raise decks 7. Four-wheel steering 4. Engine—run 3. Engine—stop 8. Fast 9. Continuous variable setting 4. Engine—run 9. Continuous variable setting 5. Engine—start 5. Engine—start 10. Slow 10 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. PTO driveshaft Bolt (5/16 x 1-3/4 inches) Locknut (5/16 inch) Roll pin (3/16 x 1-1/2 inches) Retainer pin Grease fitting Washer head screw (5/16 x 7/8 inch) 1 4 4 2 2 2 2 No parts required – Adjust the roll bar. No parts required – Check the tire pressure. No parts required – Check the hydraulic fluid, engine oil, and coolant levels.
D. Torque the locknuts to 20 to 25 N∙m (175 to 225 in-lb). Lubricate the grease fittings on the PTO driveshaft. After you connect the other end of the driveshaft to the attachment gearbox shaft, connect the wire-harness connector to the PTO solenoid-valve-coil connector (Figure 3). 7. 8. 2 g018339 Figure 3 Using the Optional Cutting-Unit-Mounting Hardware 1. Wire-harness connector 3. Position the PTO driveshaft under the front of the machine.
Product Overview Controls Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine. Traction Pedal The traction pedal (Figure 6) controls the forward and reverse operation. Press the top of the pedal to move forward and the bottom to move rearward. The ground speed depends on how far you press the pedal. For no load, maximum ground speed, fully press the pedal while the throttle is in the FAST position. g014166 Figure 5 1.
Parking Brake To engage the parking brake, push down on the brake pedal and press the top forward to latch it (Figure 6). To disengage the parking brake, press the brake pedal until the parking-brake latch retracts. Key Switch The key switch has 3 positions: OFF, ON/PREHEAT , and START (Figure 7). g014170 Figure 8 1. Fuel gauge 2. Fuel-tank cap Throttle Lever The throttle lever (Figure 7) controls the engine speed. Moving the throttle lever forward toward the FAST position increases the engine speed.
Glow-Plug-Indicator Light (Orange Light) The glow-plug-indicator light (Figure 7) 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. Charge Indicator The charge indicator illuminates if electrical charging system is operating above or below the normal operating range (Figure 7). Check and/or repair the electrical charging system. g014333 Figure 9 Oil-Pressure Warning Light 1.
Diagnostic Ace Display Windshield-Wiper Switch The machine comes with an electronic controller which controls most of the machine functions. The controller determines what function is required for various input switches (e.g., seat switch and key switch) and turns on the outputs to actuate solenoids or relays for the requested machine function. Use this switch to turn the wind shield wipers on or off (Figure 10). Air-Conditioning Switch Use this switch to turn the air conditioning on or off (Figure 10).
Specifications Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
Operation Weight of the Machine with Cutting Units 4-Wheel Drive Machine with ROPS Machine with Cab 2-Wheel Drive Machine with ROPS No cutting unit 1,134 kg (2,500 lb) 1,361 kg (3,000 lb) 1,088 kg (2,398 lb) 72 inch side discharge cutting unit 1,344 kg (2,964 lb) 1,571 kg (3,464 lb) 1,298 kg (2,862 lb) 72 inch base cutting unit 1,323 kg (2,916 lb) 1,549 kg (3,416 lb) 1,276 kg (2,814 lb) 62 inch base cutting unit 1,305 kg (2,878 lb) 1,532 kg (3,378 lb) 1,259 kg (2,776 lb) 100 inch rear di
Adding Fuel Important: The petroleum diesel portion must Fuel Specification Observe the following precautions: • Never use kerosene or gasoline instead of diesel • Biodiesel blends may damage painted surfaces. be ultra-low sulfur. fuel. • Use B5 (biodiesel content of 5%) or lesser blends in cold weather. • Never mix kerosene or used engine oil with the diesel fuel.
Checking the Engine-Oil Level If you rise from the seat when the PTO is engaged there is a 1-second delay and then the engine shuts off. 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 35). Testing the Safety-Interlock System Service Interval: Before each use or daily Checking the Cooling System Test the safety interlock system before you use the machine each time.
To adjust the back of the seat, turn the knob, located under the right-side armrest, in either direction to provide the best comfort (Figure 14). Changing the Lumbar Support You can adjust the back of the seat to provide a customized lumbar support for your lower back. To adjust the back of the seat, turn the knob, under the left-side armrest, in either direction to provide the best comfort (Figure 14).
g014265 Figure 17 g014263 Figure 18 1. Seat-latch-release bar 1. Height-of-cut pin Adjusting the Height of Cut 4. You can adjust the height of cut from 2.5 to 15.8 cm (1 to 6 inches) in 6 mm (1/4 inch) increments by relocating the height-of-cut pin into different hole locations. 1. 2. 3. Adjust the anti-scalp rollers and skids as required.
• Keep your hands and feet away from rotating • • • • • • • • • • • • parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening. Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of a clear path. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision. Stop the blades whenever you are not mowing.
Raising the Roll Bar • Remove or mark obstructions such as ditches, • • • • • holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden hazards. Tall grass can hide obstructions. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Be aware that operating the machine on wet grass, across slopes, or downhill may cause the machine to lose traction. Loss of traction to the drive wheels may result in sliding and a loss of braking and steering.
Starting the Engine 7. After the glow-plug-indicator light turns off, turn the key to the START position. When the engine starts, release the key. 1. If installed, raise the roll bar up and lock it into place, sit on the seat, and fasten the seat belt. 2. Ensure that the traction pedal is in the NEUTRAL position. more than 15 seconds per minute to avoid overheating the starter motor. 3. Engage the parking brake. Note: You may need to repeat this procedure 4.
Driving the Machine Note: If you turn the steering wheel too briskly, steering misalignment may occur. 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 the throttle in the FAST position when mowing. Switching from 2-Wheel Steering to 4-Wheel Steering Press the steering-selector switch (Figure 22) to the rearward position.
Important: Do not continue to hold the switch blades increases, and increase ground speed as the load on the blades decreases. back after the mower/attachment is fully raised. Doing so causes damage the hydraulic system.
After Operation • Check the blades daily for sharpness and for any wear or damage. Sharpen the blades as necessary. General Safety • If a blade is damaged or worn, replace it immediately with a genuine Toro replacement blade. Refer to the cutting unit Operator’s Manual for instructions to replace the blade. • 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.
Locating the Tie-Down Points Changing to Machine Operation 1. 2. Rotate each bypass valve clockwise 1 turn and hand tighten them (Figure 25). Note: Do not overtighten the bypass valves. There are tie downs located at the front and rear sides of the machine (Figure 26). Torque the valves approximately 8 N∙m (71 in-lb) as shown in Figure 25. Note: Use properly-rated DOT-approved straps in 4 corners to tie down the machine.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Download a free copy of the electrical or hydraulic schematic by visiting www.Toro.com and searching for your machine from the Manuals link on the home page. Maintenance Safety • If the cutting units are in the transport position, use the positive mechanical lock (if equipped) before you leave the machine unattended.
Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure Every 150 hours • Change the engine oil and filter. Every 200 hours • Inspect the cooling-system hoses and seals. Replace them if they are cracked or torn. • Torque the wheel-lug nuts. Every 250 hours • Clean the cab air filters; replace them if they are torn or excessively dirty. Every 400 hours • Service the air cleaner. (Service the air cleaner earlier if the air-cleaner indicator shows red.
Daily Maintenance Checklist Duplicate this page for routine use. For the week of: Maintenance Check Item Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Check the safety-interlock operation. Check the brake operation. Check the engine-oil level. Check the cooling-system-fluid level. Drain the water/fuel separator. Check the air filter, dust cup, and burp valve. Check for unusual engine noises.1 Check the radiator and screen for debris Check for unusual operating noises.
Notation for Areas of Concern Inspection performed by: Item Date Pre-Maintenance Procedures Information Lubrication Greasing the Bearings and Bushings CAUTION If you leave the key in the key switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Service Interval: Every 50 hours Grease the bearing and bushing grease fittings more frequently in extremely dusty and dirty conditions. Remove the key from the key switch before you do any maintenance.
g278285 Figure 28 Shown with cutting unit installed Note: To access the grease fittings for the rear-steering linkage, remove the storage compartment. migration through both the upper and lower king-pin bushings. You should see grease purging out of both the top and the bottom of the axle casting/bushing assembly areas of all 4 kingpin assemblies (Figure 29).
Engine Maintenance Note: This cleaning process prevents debris Engine Safety 3. • Shut off the engine and remove the key before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase. • Do not change the governor speed or overspeed the engine. Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Every 400 hours 4. Check the air-cleaner body for damage that could cause an air leak. Replace a damaged air cleaner. Check the whole intake system for leaks, damage, or loose hose clamps. 5. 6.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter If the engine oil level is above the Full mark, change the engine oil. The best time to check the engine oil is when the engine is cool before it has been started for the day. If it has already been run, allow the oil to drain back down to the sump for at least 10 minutes before checking. If the oil level is at or below the Add mark on the dipstick, add oil to bring the oil level to the Full mark. Do not overfill the engine with oil.
Adjusting the Throttle 1. 2. Fuel System Maintenance Move the throttle lever forward to the front of the control panel slot and then move it back approximately 3 mm (1/8 inch) into the FAST idle position. Note: Refer to Fuel Specification (page 19) for the proper fuel recommendations. Check the position of the speed control lever on the fuel-injection pump. The speed-control lever should contact the high-speed screw when the throttle-control lever is in the FAST (detent) position (Figure 33).
g003993 Figure 35 1. Bleed screw 4. Turn the key in the ignition switch to the ON position. The electric fuel pump will begin operation, thereby forcing air out around the air bleed screw. Leave the key in the ON position until a solid stream of fuel flows out around the screw. 5. Tighten the screw and turn the key to the OFF position. Note: The engine should start after you perform this procedure.
Electrical System Maintenance Electrical System Safety • Disconnect the battery before repairing the machine. Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive last. Connect the positive terminal first and the negative last. • Charge the battery in an open, well-ventilated area, away from sparks and flames. Unplug the charger before connecting or disconnecting the battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools. g003973 Figure 36 1. Fuel injectors 2.
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. g028467 Figure 38 • Always connect the positive (red) battery cable before connecting the negative (black) cable. 1. Cover 2.
CAUTION If 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. Verifying the Interlock Switch Function 1. g004140 Figure 40 Park the machine on a level surface, lower the attachment, shut off the engine, and engage the parking brake. 2. Raise the seat. 3.
Verifying the Output Function 1. Park the machine on a level surface, lower the attachment, shut off the engine, and engage the parking brake. 2. Raise the seat. 3. Locate wire harness and connectors near the controller. 4. Carefully unplug the loopback connector from the harness connector. 5. Connect the Diagnostic ACE connector to the appropriate harness connector. If the machine comes with a front attachment, it will have 2 controllers. everyday use of the machine.
Drive System Maintenance 2. On a paved or dirt surface, turn the steering wheel to the left or right and continue turning until all 4 wheels have stopped turning. Automatic synchronization of the wheel alignment should occur. Checking the Tire Pressure Important: Doing this procedure on turf can Service Interval: Every 50 hours result in turf damage directly under each of the turning tires. Maintain the air pressure in the front and rear tires.
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 pre-mix coolant are not available, mix concentrated coolant with clean drinkable water. • • Cooling System Safety • Swallowing engine coolant can cause poisoning; keep out of reach from children and pets.
1. Open the hood and secure the prop rod. 2. Loosen the flange nut securing the clean-out cover to the underside of the rear frame (Figure 44). Rotate the cover to the side to expose the clean-out hole in the frame. Brake Maintenance Adjusting the Brakes Adjust the service brakes when there is more than 25 mm (1 inch) of free travel of the brake pedal, or when the brakes do not work effectively. Free travel is the distance that the brake pedal moves before you feel braking resistance.
Belt Maintenance Checking the Alternator Belt Service Interval: Every 100 hours After the first 10 hours 1. Open the hood and secure the prop rod. 2. Check the tension of the alternator belt by pressing it (Figure 47) midway between the alternator and the crankshaft pulleys with 10 kg (22 lb) of force. g011617 Figure 46 1. Brake cables 3. Parking-brake pawl 2. Screws (2) 4. Brake detent 2.
Controls System Maintenance Adjusting the Traction Drive for Neutral Note: If the machine has recently had the hydraulic fluid changed or the traction motors or hoses replaced, work out any air trapped in the system prior to performing this procedure. To do this, operate the machine in forward and reverse for a few minutes and then replenish the oil as required. Note: When positioned on a level surface, the machine must not creep when you release the traction pedal. 1. 2.
Hydraulic System Maintenance for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Loosen the jam nut on the stop bolt for the traction pedal (Figure 49). Hydraulic System Safety • Seek immediate medical attention if fluid is injected into skin. Injected fluid must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor. Ensure that all hydraulic-fluid hoses and lines are in good condition and all hydraulic connections and fittings are tight before applying pressure to the hydraulic system.
Important: Do not engage the PTO. 3. 3. Raise the deck to extend the lift cylinders, shut off the engine, and remove the key. 4. Remove the hydraulic-filler cap (Figure 50) from the filler neck. 5. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag (Figure 50). 6. Screw the dipstick all the way into the filler neck; then remove it, and check the level of the fluid (Figure 50).
Cab Maintenance Important: Do not use brackish or reclaimed water to clean the machine. Filling the Washer-Fluid Bottle 1. Perform the pre-maintenance procedure; refer to Maintenance Safety (page 30). 2. Open the hood and locate the washer-fluid bottle (Figure 52). g028378 Figure 53 In-Cab Air Filter 1. Filter 2. Grate 3. Screw g028438 Figure 52 Washer-Fluid Bottle with Washer-Fluid Symbol 3. Fill the bottle with washer fluid as needed. 4. Close the hood.
Cleaning the Air-Conditioning Coil Important: Do not use water to clean the condenser because moisture on the components attracts dirt and dust, which make the components more difficult to clean. Service Interval: Every 50 hours Clean the air-conditioning coil more frequently in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. 6. Install the fan-panel assembly and fans to the underside of the cab top with the 2 knobs that you loosened and removed in step 4. 1.
Cleaning Storage Cleaning the Cab Storage Safety • Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait Important: Use care around the cab seals and lights (Figure 57). If you are using a pressure washer, keep the washer wand at least 0.6 m (2 ft) away from the machine. Do not use the pressure washer directly on the cab seals and lights or under the rear overhang. for all movement to stop before you leave the operator’s position. Allow the machine to cool before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
2. Change the engine oil and filter; refer to Changing the Engine Oil and Filter (page 36). 3. Fill the engine with the designated quantity of engine oil; refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 35). 4. Start the engine and run it at idle speed for 2 minutes. 5. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank, fuel lines, pump, filter, and separator. Flush the fuel tank with clean diesel fuel and connect all fuel lines. 6. Thoroughly clean and service the air-cleaner assembly. 7.
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