Form No. 3326-255 17-44HXL Indy Special Edition Wheel Horse Lawn Tractor Model No.
Warning Testing the Safety System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pushing the Machine by Hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driving Forward or Backward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stopping the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tips for Mowing Grass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recommended Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. Write the product model and serial numbers in the space below: • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area. Model No. • Never carry passengers. Serial No. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. – Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as near a water heater or furnace. • Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. • Never run a machine inside a closed area. • Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good condition.
• Do not touch equipment or attachment parts which may be hot from operation. Allow to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust or service. • Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Protect your face, eyes and clothing when working with a battery. • Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away from battery. • Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained. • Use only Toro approved attachments.
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Safety and Instruction 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. 92-2461 99-6095 99-8139 100-7449 1. 2. 3. 4. To push the tractor, pull the lever out. To operate the tractor, push the lever in. Read the operator’s manual for maintenance procedures. Do not tow.
Stabilizer/Conditioner Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the machine to provide the following benefits: Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not available. • Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days or less. For longer storage it is recommended that the fuel tank be drained.
Parking Brake Operation Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Setting the Parking Brake Think Safety First 1. Push the brake pedal (Fig. 2) down and hold it in the depressed position. Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and symbols in the safety section. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury. 2.
Disengaging the Blade(s) 1. Depress the brake pedal to stop the machine. 1 2. Move the blade control (PTO) to Disengaged (Fig. 4). Setting the Height of Cut The height-of-cut lever (deck lift) is used to raise and lower the mower to the desired cutting height. 1. The cutting height may be set in one of seven positions from approximately 1 to 4 in. (25 to 102 mm). 1862 2. Pull on the height-of-cut lever (deck lift) and move it to the desired position (Fig. 5). Figure 3 1.
The Safety Interlock System 6. After the engine starts, slowly move the throttle lever to Fast (Fig. 7). If the engine stalls or hesitates, move the throttle lever back to Choke for a few seconds. Then move the throttle lever to Fast. Repeat this as required. Caution 2 If safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged the machine could operate unexpectedly, causing personal injury. • Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
Danger You could back over a child or bystander while the mower blade(s) or other attachment is engaged and cause serious injury or death. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. • Do not insert the KeyChoice key unless it is absolutely necessary. • Always look backward and down before backing up. • Use the KeyChoice switch only if you are certain no children or other bystanders will enter the mowing area.
Pushing the Machine by Hand Important To avoid transmission damage, always release the parking brake before moving the traction control pedal. Important Always push the machine by hand. Never tow the machine because transaxle damage may occur. 2 3 To Push the Machine 1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Pull the drive control out to the Push position. This disengages the drive system and allows the wheels to turn freely (Fig. 11).
Tips for Mowing Grass Long Grass Fast Throttle Setting If the grass is ever allowed to grow slightly longer than normal, or if it contains a high degree of moisture, raise the cutting height higher than usual and cut the grass at this setting. Then cut the grass again using the lower, normal setting. For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the engine at Fast.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After first 5 hours of use • Change the engine oil. Each use • Check the engine oil level. • Check the safety system. • Check the battery electrolyte. Every 5 hours • Check the brakes. Every 25 hours • • • • Every 50 hours • Change the engine oil.2 Every 100 hours • • • • • • Change the oil filter.
Engine Oil 1 2 Service Interval/Specification Check the oil level before each use. 3 Change the oil: • After the first 5 operating hours • After every 25 operating hours Note: Change the oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. 1868 Figure 13 Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher) 1. Oil dipstick 2. Metal end Crankcase Capacity: 48 oz./1-1/2 qt. (1400 cc/1.4 l) when filter is not changed; 56 oz./1-3/4 qt. (1700 cc/1.
Change Oil Filter—Service Interval/Specification Service Interval/Specification Check the electrolyte level in the battery before each use. Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use a paper towel to clean the battery and battery box. If the battery terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of four parts water and one part baking soda. Apply a light coating of grease to the battery terminals to prevent corrosion. Replace the oil filter every 100 hours or every other oil change.
1 2 5 2 3 m–5004 Figure 17 1. Vent caps 2. Upper line 1 3. Lower line 4 3 Danger m–4965 Figure 16 1. Negative cable (black) 2. Rubber cover 3. Positive cable (red) Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a deadly poison and causes severe burns. 4. Battery box 5. Bolt and wing nut • Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety glasses to shield your eyes and robber gloves to protect your hands.
Charging the Battery Checking the Brake 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the ignition key. Warning Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode. 2. Move the drive control wire to the Push position; refer to Pushing the Machine by Hand, page 15. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from battery. 3. If the rear wheels lock and skid when you push the tractor forward, no adjustment is required.
Greasing and Lubrication Service Interval/Specification 1 Grease the machine after every 25 operating hours or once a year, whichever occurs first. Grease more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Grease Type: General-purpose grease 1872 How to Grease Figure 21 1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the ignition key. 1. Valve stem 2. Clean the grease fittings with a rag. Make sure to scrape any paint off of the front of the fitting(s).
4. Carefully slide the foam element off of the paper element (Fig. 23). 2 1 1 2 1866 Figure 25 1. Foam element 2. Paper Element 1864 A. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove dust and dirt (Fig. 26). Figure 23 1. Foam element 2. Oil 2. Paper element B. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and damage to the rubber seal. 5. Unscrew the rubber nut and remove the paper element (Fig. 24).
Checking the Spark Plug 3. Install the air cleaner cover and knob (Fig. 22). Tighten the knob snugly. 1. Look at the center of the spark plug (Fig. 28). If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is operating properly. A black coating on the insulator usually means the air cleaner is dirty. 4. Close the hood. Spark Plug Important Never clean the spark plug. Always replace the spark plug when it has a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks.
Checking Fluid Level 3. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamp together and slide it up the fuel line toward the fuel tank (Fig. 30). 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the ignition key. 4. Pull the fuel line off of the filter (Fig. 30) and allow gasoline to drain into a gas can or drain pan. 2. Clean around the fill plug (Fig. 29) so that dirt cannot fall into the reservoir if fluid needs to be added.
Fuse Service Interval/Specification 5 5 1 The electrical system is protected by fuses. No maintenance is required, however, if a fuse blows, check the circuit wiring for a short. To replace a fuse pull up (Fig. 31) to remove it from the socket. Push down to insert it. 3 4 2 Fuse: 10 amp, blade-type 1 4 1874 Figure 32 2 1. Bulb holder 2. Reflector 3. Tabs 4. Slots 5. Terminals Installing the Bulb 1. The bulb has metal pins on the side of its base.
Cleaning and Storage 10. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Clean the battery and battery terminals. Check the electrolyte level and charge it fully; refer to Battery, page 19. Leave the negative battery cable disconnected from the battery during storage. 1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the entire machine, especially the engine.
Wiring Diagram KEY CH SWIT PN 88-9830 OFF NO ON B ST ART B I I CONNECTION A AND COL CODES PINK BROWN BN PK S4 (IGNITION) X I I S B A X WIRE Y OR S Y A G Y GREY Y YELL OW S AN WWHITE T T B VIOLET GREEN VIO GN KEY PK BU OR R BLACK BK BL UE BU SW R RED ORANGE OR F2 R 10A R BA T TERY 1 S2 (PTO) WITH SHOWN PTO GND DISENGAGED 2 PK 3 G Y FUEL T S5 SEA T CL OSED TOR WHEN IS IN T THE AL TERNA TOR F1 OPERA SEA S3 O VER T SOLE BU G Y R RIDE VIO 10A ST ARTER
Troubleshooting Problem The starter does not engage. g g The engine g will not start, starts h d or fails hard, f il to t keep k running. i The engine g loses power. Possible Causes Corrective action 1. The PTO is engaged. 1. Move the PTO to Disengaged. 2. The parking brake is not on. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. The battery is dead. 3. Charge the battery. 4. The electrical connections are corroded or loose. 4. Check the electrical connections for good contact. 5. A fuse is blown. 5.
Problem The engine g overheats. The machine does not drive. Possible Causes Corrective action 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce ground speed. 2. The oil level in the crankcase is low. 2. Add oil to the crankcase. 3. The cooling fins and air passages under the engine blower housing are plugged. 3. Remove the obstruction from the cooling fins and air passages. 1. The drive control is in the Push position. 1. Move the drive control to the Operate position. 2.
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