Form No. 3353–241 410 Garden Tractor Model No. 72200—Serial No. 250000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Register your product at www.Toro.
Warning Checking the Tractor Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . Learn to Operate the Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Test Driving the Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Checking the Safety System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Think Safety First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating the Parking Brake . . . . . . . .
serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. attention to the safety alert symbol, which means CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—“personal safety instruction.” Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury or death. Safe Operating Practices The following instructions are from ANSI standard B71.1—2003. This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult, not the operator. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. • Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter the area. • Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower. • Before and while backing or changing direction, look behind, down, and side–to–side for small children.
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove the ignition and KeyChoice keys before dismounting. • Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.
Slope Chart Fold along appropriate line Example: Compare slope with folded edge. Align this edge with a vertical surface (Tree, Building, Fence post, pole, etc.
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.
99-8038 1. Mowing in reverse enabled. 2. Power Take-off (PTO) 92-6721 104-4163 92-6720 1. Pull the knob out to start the PTO. 1. Explosion hazard 2. No fire, open flames, or smoking. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard 2. Push the knob in to stop the PTO. 10 4. Wear eye protection 5. Read the Operator’s Manual. 6. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery.
Battery Symbols Some or all of these symbols are on your battery. 1. Explosion hazard 2. No fire, open flames, or smoking. 3. Caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard 4. Wear eye protection; explosive gases can cause blindness and other injuries 5. Wear eye protection 6. Read the Operator’s Manual. 7. Keep bystanders a safe distance from the battery. 8. Battery acid can cause blindness or severe burns. 9. Flush eyes immediately with water and get medical help fast. 10. Contains lead; do not discard.
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Warning Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not available. Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. Important Never use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, or gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol because the fuel system could be damaged. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Setup Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Loose Parts Note: Use the chart below to verify all parts have been shipped. Description Qty. Use Bolt, 1/4 x 3/4 inch 2 Hex Nut, 1/4 inch 2 Key 1 Use in ignition switch. Operator’s Manual 1 Read before operating tractor Riding Mower Safety Video 1 View before operating tractor Checking the Tire Pressure Activating and installing the battery 4.
Learn to Operate the Tractor Note: Make sure the vent caps are installed in the battery. 7. Charge the battery for 1 hour at 10 amps or 2 hours at 5 amps. Learn how to operate the tractor. Read the Operation section starting on page 15. 8. When the battery is fully charged, unplug the charger from the electrical outlet, then disconnect the charger leads from the battery posts (Fig. 3). Test Driving the Tractor 1. Fill the tank with unleaded regular gasoline; Gasoline and Oil, page 12.
Operation 2. Lift the parking brake lever (Fig. 2) forward and gradually take your foot off the brake pedal. The brake pedal should stay in the depressed (locked) position. Think Safety First Releasing the Parking Brake Please carefully read all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury. 1. Push down on the brake pedal (Fig. 2). The parking brake lever should release. 2. Gradually release the brake pedal.
Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) 7. After the engine starts, move the choke lever to off (Fig. 3). If the engine stalls or hesitates, move the choke lever back to on for a few seconds. Then move the throttle lever to desired setting. Repeat this as required. The power take off (PTO) engages and disengages power to the electric clutch. While the ignition key is in run or lights position and the power take off (PTO) is engaged on, the PTO light, in the Indicator Module, will be on.
Understanding the Safety Interlock System 6. With the parking brake released, turn the ignition key to the RUN run position without starting the engine. Pull the PTO switch to on. You should hear an audible click indicating the PTO is activated and the PTO light will illuminate. Move the foot pedal to reverse. You should hear an audible click indicating the PTO is deactivated and the PTO light should turn off.
1 2. Insert the KeyChoice key into the switch (Fig. 6). 3 2 m–6519 Figure 8 1. Power take off (PTO) 2. Hourmeter 1 m–4220 3. Operating-in-Reverse Following are the conditions when indicator lights will be on. At other times the lights should be off. Figure 6 1. KeyChoice switch Operating in Reverse The Operating–in–Reverse light will illuminate whenever the KeyChoice switch is used to deactivate the operating-in-reverse interlock. It is a reminder that the interlock system is deactivated.
Raising an Attachment Note: For reverse motion, with the PTO engaged, the operating-in-reverse interlock must be deactivated by the KeyChoice switch located on the seat bracket on the right hand side just below the seat. 1. Pull attachment lift lever rearward until latch locks. In this position the lift will hold the attachment in the up, or raised position. To slow down, release the pressure on the traction control pedal.
Headlights To Push the Machine The headlights are turned on with a separate position, lights, of the ignition switch (Fig. 12). The lights are on while the ignition switch is in the lights position even with the engine off. Remove the key when the machine is left unattended so lights can not be turned or discharging the battery. 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the ignition key to off. 2. Move the drive control rod to the push position.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Interval Each Use Maintenance Procedure • • • • • • Check oil level Check safety system Check brake Clean air intake screen Check battery electrolyte Check air cleaner Every 25 Hours • Service foam air cleaner1 • Check tire pressure Every 50 Hours • Grease chassis1 • Check belts for wear/cracks Every 100 Hours • • • • Every 200 Hours • Check spark plug(s) • Change oil filter1 Change oil1 Replace fuel filter Clean outside of engine
Servicing the Engine Oil 3 1 Change the oil after every 100 operating hours. Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SG, SH, SJ, or higher) Crankcase Capacity: w/filter, 64 oz. (1.9 l) Viscosity: See the table below. USE THESE SAE VISCOSITY OILS 2 m–6532 10W–30 Figure 15 1. Oil dipstick 2. Filler tube 5W–20, 5W–30 –20 °F 0 –30 °C –20 20 32 40 80 60 3. Metal end 100 Changing and Draining the Engine Oil –10 0 10 20 30 40 1. Start the engine and let it run for five minutes.
3. Place the new filter, open end up, in a shallow pan. Pour new oil of the proper type in through the center hole. Stop pouring when the oil reaches the bottom of the threads. Allow a minute or two for the oil to be absorbed by the filter material. 4. Apply a thin coat of clean oil to the rubber gasket on the replacement filter (Fig. 17). 3 2 2 1 1216 Figure 16 1. Oil drain cap 1 2. Drain hose m–1256 Figure 17 1. Oil filter 2. Gasket 8. Change the oil filter, if necessary (Fig. 17). 3. Adapter 9.
Removing the Foam and Paper Elements 2 1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the key. 1 2. Clean around the air cleaner to prevent dirt from getting into the engine and causing damage. Unscrew the knob and remove the air cleaner cover (Fig. 18). m–5117 Figure 19 1 1. Foam element 2. Oil 2 Cleaning the Paper Element 3 1. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove dust and dirt (Fig. 20). 4 2.
Servicing the Spark Plug 2. Check the gap between the center and side electrodes (Fig. 22). Bend the side electrode (Fig. 22) if the gap is not correct. Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating hours. Make sure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug. Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plug(s) and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap. Install a new spark plug(s) if necessary. 2 3 1 0.
Where to Add Grease 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 1. Lubricate the front wheels and spindles until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings (Fig. 23). 3. Rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to push the tractor forward. Adjustment is required if the wheels turn and do not lock; refer to Adjusting the Brake, page 26. 2. Lubricate the front axle pivot (Fig. 23). 4.
Servicing the Fuel Tank Draining The Fuel Tank 3 Danger 2 1 In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property. • Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open area. Wipe up any gasoline that spills. • Never smoke when draining gasoline, and stay away from an open flame or where a spark may ignite the gasoline fumes. 1218 Figure 27 1. Hose clamp 2.
Servicing the Front Wheel Toe-In 5. Install ball joint to steering lever and check the toe-in; refer to Measuring Toe-In, page 32. Important If more than one turn is required to meet specifications, alternate between left and right steering rods to maintain steering wheel alignment. Maintain toe-in of the front wheels as specified. If uneven tire wear, lawn scuffing or hard steering develop adjustment may be required. Check the toe-in every year before storage (Fig. 28).
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 1 3. Open the hood. Pull wire connectors off both bulb holder terminals. 2 2 4 4. Rotate the bulb holder 1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove it from the reflector (Fig. 30). 3 4 5. Push and rotate the bulb counterclockwise until it stops (approx. 1/4 turn) and remove bulb from the bulb holder (Fig. 31). Figure 31 5 5 1. Bulb 2. Metal pins 1 3. Bulb holder 4. Slots 3 4 2.
Removing the Battery 2 Warning 4 Battery terminals or metal tools could short against metal tractor components causing sparks. Sparks can cause the battery gasses to explode, resulting in personal injury. • When removing or installing the battery, do not allow the battery terminals to touch any metal parts of the tractor. • Do not allow metal tools to short between the battery terminals and metal parts of the tractor. 5 6 3 1 m–4972 Figure 32 1. Negative cable 2. Nut, 5/16 inch 3.
Checking the Electrolyte Level Important Do not overfill the battery because electrolyte (sulfuric acid) can cause severe corrosion and damage to the chassis. 1. With the engine off, open the hood to locate the battery. 5. Wait five to ten minutes after filling the battery cells. Add distilled water, if necessary, until the electrolyte level is up to the upper line (Fig. 34) on the battery case. 2. Look at the side of the battery. The electrolyte must be up to the upper line (Fig. 34).
5. Install the battery in the tractor and connect the battery cables; refer to Installing the Battery, page 30. 9. Remove the spark plug(s) and check its condition; refer to Servicing the Spark Plug, page 25. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Now use the electric starter to crank the engine and distribute the oil inside the cylinder. Install the spark plug(s) and tighten it to 30 ft-lb (40 Nm).
#194 LAMP OVER RIDE#194 LAMP PTO BK T W F E D C B BK T W WARNING LIGHT HARNESS A PK PK PK BK – + HOUR METER PK GYW BN PK BU W BU BU CLUTCH NMIR MODULE GN T BK GN OR T SW3 (PTO SWITCH) PTO SWITCH IS SHOWN IN OFF POSITION SW5 SW6 (REVERSE SWITCH) (KEY OVER RIDE) SWITCH OPENS WHENSWITCH CLOSES HYDRO PEDAL IS MOVED WHEN KEY IS TO REVERSE BK TURNED BK BK PTO CLUTCH OR BK BN OR BK 2 7 4 8 5 2 ORBN PK PK F3 10A T R 2 BK SW1 (SEAT SWITCH) SEAT SWITCH IS CLOSED WHEN OPERAT
Troubleshooting Problem Starter does not crank Engine g will not start,, starts hard,, or f il to fails t keep k running. i Engine g loses power. Engine g overheats. Possible Causes Corrective Action 1. Blade control (PTO) is ENGAGED. 1. Move blade control (PTO) to DISENGAGED. 2. Parking brake is not on. 2. Set parking brake. 3. Operator is not seated. 3. Sit on the seat. 4. Battery is dead. 4. Charge the battery. 5. Electrical connections are corroded or loose. 5.
Problem Abnormal vibration. Machine does not drive. Possible Causes Corrective Action 1. Engine mounting bolts are loose. 1. Tighten engine mounting bolts. 2. Loose engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade pulley. 2. Tighten the appropriate pulley. 3. Engine pulley is damaged. 3. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 1. Drive control is in the push position. 1. Move drive control to the operate position. 2. Traction belt is worn, loose or broken. 2. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 3.
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