Setup Instructions

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The TORO Company – 1997

Printed in USA

FORM NO. 3318–186 Rev. B

SET-UP

INSTRUCTIONS

FOR 32” AND 38” MOWERS

WHEEL HORSE

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LAWN TRACTOR

Loose Parts

Note: Use the chart below to verify all parts have been shipped.

DESCRIPTION QTY. USE

Front Wheel

Shim Washer (as required)

Flat Washer

Cotter Pin

Hub Cap

Install front wheels.

Steering Wheel

Spirol Pin

Install steering wheel.

Seat

Knob

Flat Washer

Wire Clip (on seat pan)

Install the seat.

Bolt 1/4–20 x 3/4”

Wing nut

Install battery cables.

Spring Hook 1 Used to install lift assist spring.

Key 2 Use in ignition switch.

Operator’s Manual

Safety Booklet

Safety Video

Read and watch before operating tractor.

Registration Card 1 Fill out and mail the card.

Summary of content (8 pages)

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FORM NO. 3318–186 Rev. B WHEEL HORSE LAWN TRACTOR FOR 32” AND 38” MOWERS SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Loose Parts Note: Use the chart below to verify all parts have been shipped. DESCRIPTION QTY. USE Front Wheel 2 Shim Washer (as required) 2 Flat Washer 2 Cotter Pin 2 Hub Cap 2 Steering Wheel 1 Spirol Pin 1 Seat 1 Knob 1 Flat Washer 1 Wire Clip (on seat pan) 1 Bolt 1/4–20 x 3/4” 2 Wing nut 2 Spring Hook 1 Used to install lift assist spring. Key 2 Use in ignition switch.
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Set-Up Instructions Install Front Wheels Note: Install Steering Wheel If wheels are already installed, refer to Check Tire Pressure (below). 1. Move front wheels straight ahead. 2. Slide the steering wheel over shaft. Line up the hole in the steering wheel with the hole in the shaft (Fig. 2). From the seat you should be able to read the brand logo on the steering wheel. 1. Install shim washers onto axle. 2. Install wheel onto axle with valve stem out. 3. Slide the flat washer onto the axle.
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Set-Up Instructions 3. Thread the knob and flat washer into the rear center hole in the seat (Fig. 3). Adjust the seat and tighten the knob. 4. Push the seat switch connector fully into the wire harness connector (Fig. 3). 5. Secure the seat switch wire cable to seat base with wire clip (Fig. 3). Note: POTENTIAL HAZARD • Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a deadly poison and it causes severe burns.
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Set-Up Instructions 3. Leave the filler caps off and connect a 3 to 4 amp battery charger to the battery posts (Fig. 5). Charge the battery at a rate of 4 amperes or less for 4 hours (12 volts). 6. Install the battery and battery box in the tractor: refer to the Operator’s Manual, Installing the Battery.
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Set-Up Instructions Purge Hydro Transaxle (Hydro Drive Tractors Only) Check Hydro Neutral Position (Hydro Drive Tractors Only) During handling and shipping air can be introduced into the hydro transaxle. To achieve proper performance all trapped air must be removed. Adjustment is required if the tractor creeps without the traction control pedal being depressed. 1. Place tractor on a flat level surface. 2. Place the drive control in the “Push” position (Fig. 6). 1.
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Set-Up Instructions Check Traction Control Pedal (Hydro Drive Tractors Only) Check Shift Cable Adjustment (Gear Drive Tractors Only) After adjusting the hydro neutral position it is necessary to check the traction control pedal. While pressing the control pedal full forward and full reverse it must not contact the footrest pad before hitting the stop(s) at the transaxle (Fig. 7).
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Set-Up Instructions 3. 4. Move gear select lever and note gap between lever and edge of gate. There should be about 1/4 inch of free play before cable is taught. To adjust the cable tension loosen the front cable guide, located on tractor brace above deck pulley. Slide guide sideways as required for proper tension (Fig. 10). 2 Test Drive the Tractor Make sure all electrical and mechanical systems are operating properly. See Operator’s Manual for proper control function.
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