Form No. 3329-996 14-38HXLE, 16-38HXLE, and 17-38HXLE Wheel Horse Lawn Tractors Model No. 71242—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Model No. 71243—Serial No. 240000001 and Up Model No. 71245—Serial No.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002. Servicing the Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Servicing the Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning the Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking the Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Draining the Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Servicing the Transaxle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
• Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby. Write the product model and serial numbers in the space below: • Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property. Model No. • Do not carry passengers. Serial No. • All drivers should seek and obtain professional and practical instruction.
• On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade can cause other blades to rotate. – disengage the power take-off and lower the attachments; – change into neutral and set the parking brake; Operation – stop the engine and remove the key. • Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
Toro Riding Mower Safety The following paragraph contains safety information specific to Toro products that is not included in the CEN standard. Use only Toro-approved attachments. The warranty may be voided if you use the tractor with unapproved attachments. Sound Pressure This unit has a maximum sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 88 dBA, based on measurements of identical machines per Directive 98/37/EC.
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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. 92-5730 1. Choke 2. Fast 3. Continuous variable setting 4. Slow 93-6676 1. Parking brake—to engage, press the brake pedal and lift the parking brake lever; to disengage press and release the brake pedal. 2. Brake—to engage, press the brake pedal. 3.
93-6677 99-2986 1. Warning—do not operate the mower with the deflector up or removed; keep the deflector in place. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts. 1. Crushing/dismemberment hazard of bystanders—do not turn the key while children are present; keep children a safe distance from the machine. 99-5340 1. KeyChoice—turn to enable reverse mowing. 93-6679 1. Engine 93-7009 1.
104-4163 1. Explosion hazard 2. No fire, open flames, or smoking. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard 100-7449 1. Pull the lever out to push the machine. 2. Push the lever in to ride on the machine. 4. Wear eye protection 5. Read the Operator’s Manual. 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. 3. Read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 4. Do not tow the machine. 104-4164 1. Contains lead; do not discard. 2. Recycle 3.
Using Stabilizer/Conditioner Gasoline and Oil Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the tractor to provide the following benefits: Recommended Gasoline • It keeps gasoline fresh during storage for up to 90 days. For longer storage, drain the fuel tank. Use unleaded regular gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). You may use leaded regular gasoline if unleaded regular is not available. • It cleans the engine while it runs.
Setting the Parking Brake Operation 1. Push the brake pedal (Fig. 3) down and hold it. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the tractor from the normal operating position. 1 2 Controls Become familiar with the controls (Fig. 2) before you start the engine and operate the tractor. 1 9 2 8 m-1858 3 Figure 3 4 1. Brake pedal 10 2. Parking brake lever 2. Lift the parking brake lever (Fig. 3) up and gradually take your foot off of the brake pedal.
Using the Headlights Models 71242 and 71243 only A dash-mounted On/Off switch (Fig. 2) controls the headlights. The lights only shine while the engine is running and the switch is On. 1 in. (25 mm) 1 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) 2 in. (51 mm) Using the Blade Control (PTO) 2-1/2 in. (64mm) The blade control (PTO) lever engages and disengages power to the blades. 3-1/2 in. (89 mm) 3 in. (76 mm) 4 in. (102 mm) m-1881 Figure 6 Engaging the Blades 1. Height-of-cut lever 1.
Using the Safety Interlock System 4. Shift the throttle lever to Choke (Fig. 8). 1 2 Caution 3 If the safety interlock switches are disconnected or damaged, the tractor could operate unexpectedly, causing personal injury. 4 • Do not tamper with the interlock switches. • Check the operation of the interlock switches daily and replace any damaged switches before operating the tractor. m-1859 Figure 8 1. Choke 2. Fast 3. Slow 4.
A red light on the front console (Fig. 11) turns on, indicating that the interlock is disabled. Danger You could back over a child or bystander while the mower blades or other attachment is engaged and cause serious injury or death. • Do not mow in reverse unless it is absolutely necessary. • Do not insert the KeyChoice key unless it is absolutely necessary. • Always look backward and down before backing up.
Driving Forward or Backward 4. Shift the blade control (PTO) lever to Disengage, move the traction control pedal to Neutral, set the parking brake, and start the engine. While the engine is running, shift the blade control (PTO) lever to Engage and move the traction control pedal to Reverse: The engine should stop. The throttle control regulates the engine speed as measured in RPM (revolutions per minute). Shift the throttle control lever into the Fast position for best performance.
Installing the Discharge Cover Caution To convert from a side discharge to a mulching mower, install the discharge cover into the opening at the side of the mower. Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the tractor while it is unattended. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Always remove the ignition and KeyChoice keys and set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended, even if just for a few minutes. 2. Remove the ignition key. 3.
Operating Tips • For the best performance, operate the engine at the maximum speed. The mower requires air to thoroughly cut grass clippings, so do not set the height-of-cut too low or completely surround the mower in uncut grass. Always leave one side of the mower free from uncut grass to allow the air to be drawn into the mower. • Cut the grass slightly longer than normal to ensure that the cutting height of the mower does not scalp any uneven ground. When cutting grass longer than 6 in.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right side of the tractor from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Interval Each use Maintenance Procedure • • • • Check the engine oil level. Check the safety system. Clean the mower housing. Check the battery electrolyte. Every 5 hours • Check the brakes. • Check the cutting blade. Every 25 hours • • • • Every 50 hours • Change the engine oil.2 Every 100 hours • • • • • • Change the oil filter.
Servicing the Engine Oil 7. Clean around the oil dipstick (Fig. 15) so that dirt cannot fall into the fill hole and damage the engine. Check the oil level daily or after every 8 hours. 1 Change the oil after the first 5 operating hours and every 50 operating hours thereafter. Note: Change the oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or higher) Crankcase Capacity: 48 oz. or 1-1/2 qt. (1400 cc or 1.
Servicing the Battery 4. Set the parking brake. 5. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 8. Place a drain pan below the oil drain plug and remove it (Fig. 15). 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 4 parts water and 1 part baking soda. Apply a light coating of grease to the battery terminals to prevent corrosion. 9.
6. Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable from the battery post (Fig. 18). 2. Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte must be up to the Upper line (Fig. 19). 1 2 5 2 3 m–5004 Figure 19 1 1. Vent caps 2. Upper line 4 3. Lower line m-4965 3 Figure 18 1. Negative cable (black) 2. Rubber cover 3. Positive cable (red) Note: Do not allow the electrolyte to fall below the Lower line (Fig. 19). 4. Battery box 5. Bolt and wing nut 3.
Servicing the Parking Brake 5. Wait 5 to 10 minutes after filling the battery cells. Add distilled water, if necessary, until the electrolyte level is up to the Upper line (Fig. 19) on the battery case. The parking brake is on the right side of the rear axle, inside the rear tire (Fig. 21). If the parking brake does not hold securely, adjust it. 6. Install the battery vent caps. Charging the Battery 2 .015 in. (0.38 mm) 1 Warning Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode.
Removing the Foam and Paper Elements Important With the parking brake released, the rear wheels must rotate freely when you push the tractor. If you cannot achieve the .015 in. (0.38 mm) clearance and free wheel rotation, contact an Authorized Service Dealer immediately. 1. Disengage the blade (PTO). 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Greasing and Lubricating the Tractor 4. Remove the ignition key.
Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements 3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Foam Element: 4. Remove the ignition key. 1. Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm water. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly. 5. Open the hood. 6. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 25). 2. Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth. Do not oil the element. Important worn. Replace the foam element if it is torn or 1 Paper Element: 1.
Installing the Spark Plug 2. Disengage the blade (PTO). 1. Install the spark plug and metal washer. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Note: Make sure that the air gap is set correctly. 2. Tighten the spark plug to 15 ft-lb (20 N⋅m). 5. Remove the ignition key. 3. Connect the wire to the spark plug (Fig. 25). 6. Open the hood and locate the fuel filter (Fig. 28). 4. Close the hood. 7.
Servicing the Transaxle Fluid Servicing the Fuse Check the fluid level after every 100 hours or yearly, whichever occurs first. Always keep the fluid level at the full level when the transaxle is cold. The electrical system is protected by 10 amp, blade-type fuses. 1. Pull up on the fuse (Fig. 30) to remove it from the socket. Note: The transaxle is factory sealed and does not require oil changes. 1 Fluid Type: SAE 20W-50 engine oil (API service SH/CD is recommended) 2 Checking the Fluid Level 1.
Servicing the Blades 8. Rotate the bulb holder 1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove it from the reflector (Fig. 31). To ensure a superior quality of cut, keep the blades sharp. For convenient sharpening and replacement, keep extra blades. 5 5 1 3 Danger 4 2 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. 4 • Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage.
Installing the Blades 3. Remove the bolt (5/8 in. wrench), curved washer, retainer, and blade (Fig. 34). Use a block of wood as a wedge between the blade and the mower to lock the blade when you are removing the bolt. 1. Install each blade, blade retainer, curved washer (cupped side toward blade), and the blade bolt (Fig. 34). Important The curved part of the blade must be pointing toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting. 4 2. Tighten the blade bolt to 45 to 60 ft-lb (61 to 81 N⋅m).
14. Remove the bolts and locknuts and pull the 2 mower pivot mount brackets down from the front axle (Fig. 39). Caution When you remove the mower, the spring-tensioned height-of-cut lever could suddenly release and injure you or someone else. 2 Move the height-of-cut lever to the “D” position and remove the height-of-cut assist spring to release the spring tension. 1 9. Move the height-of-cut lever into the “A” notch. 10. Unhook the blade control (PTO) cable ring end from the idler spring (Fig. 38).
23. Remove the mower belt from the lower engine pulley (Fig. 41). 3 1 Important Do not bend the belt guides away from the pulley. There must be a maximum 1/8 in. (3 mm) between the belt guides and the edge of the pulley to keep the belt on the pulley during operation. If the space is more than 1/8 in. (3 mm), adjust the belt guides and tighten them securely. The belt guides must not contact the pulley. 2 3 9. Install the mower pivot mount brackets to the front axle with bolts and locknuts (Fig. 42).
14. Look under the tractor and take down the blade control (PTO) cable nested inside the frame rail. 24. Disengage the blade (PTO). 25. Move the height-of-cut lever into the “D” notch to make it easier to install the height-of-cut lift assist spring. 15. Remove the rubber wiper and first jam nut (Fig. 44). 4 6 1 26. Hook the height-of-cut lift assist spring onto the retaining bolt (Fig. 37) using the spring tool provided with the tractor. 2 5 27.
5. Install the mower; refer to Installing the Mower on page 32. 10. Remove the hairpin cotter and washer from the leveling bracket (Fig. 48). 2 Leveling the Mower from Side-to-Side The mower blades must be level from side to side. Check the side-to-side level whenever you install the mower or look for an uneven cut on your lawn. Before you level the mower, set the air pressure in the tires to the recommended level; refer to Checking the Tire Pressure on page 27. 1 4 1 1.
9. Measure the length of the rod extending out of the front of the adjusting block on the sides of the chassis (Fig. 49). If the rod length is not 5/8 in. (16 mm), remove the hairpin cotter and washer from the end of the rod (Fig. 49) and turn the rod until it extends out 5/8 in. (16 mm). 13. Slightly loosen the front pivot plate mounting bolts (Fig. 51). (16 mm) 5/8 i n. 1 2 1 m-4634 2 1 Figure 51 1. Pivot mounting bolt 2. Eyebolt locknut 3 14.
Cleaning and Storage 5. Attach the coupling (not included) to the mower washout fitting and turn the water on high (Fig. 52). 1. Disengage the blade (PTO). 3 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 4. Remove the ignition key. 2 5. Remove grass clippings, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the entire tractor, especially the engine. Clean dirt and chaff from the outside of the engine cylinder head fins and blower housing. 1 m-2921 Figure 52 1.
oil into the spark plug hole. Use the electric starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug, but do not connect the wire to the spark plug. 13. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Clean the battery and battery terminals. Check the electrolyte level and charge it fully; refer to Servicing the Battery on page 22. Leave the negative battery cable disconnected from the battery during storage.
Wiring Diagram KEY SWITCH OFF NO CONNECTION ON BIA START AND X Y WIRE COLOR CODES BIS S4 (IGNITION) X A I S I A BU OR R PK PINK BU BK BLACK GY GREY Y YELLOW W WHITE T TAN B VIO VIOLET GN GREEN R RED OR ORANGE KEY SW PK BROWN BLUE S B Y BN F2 R R 10A BATTERY 1 SHOWN WITH S2 (PTO) GND PTO DISENGAGED 2 PK 3 GY FUEL SOLENIOD BU GY T S5 ALTERNATOR F1 VIO SEAT CLOSED WHEN OPERATOR S3 IS IN THE SEAT 10A R STARTER OVER RIDE T R MOMENTARY KEY SWITC
Troubleshooting Problem The starter does not crank. The engine g will not start, starts h d or ffails hard, il tto kkeep running. i The engine g loses power. Possible Causes Corrective Action 1. The blade control (PTO) is engaged. 1. Disengage the blade control (PTO). 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.
Problem The engine g overheats. There is an abnormal vibration. The blades do not rotate. The tractor does not drive. The mower is cutting g unevenly. y Possible Causes Corrective Action 1. The engine load is excessive. 1. Reduce the 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.
