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FORM NO. 3321–515 DINGO 222 Traction Unit Model No. 22304 – 890001 & Up Operator’s Manual IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and their proper use before you operate the product.
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Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product correctly. Reading this All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied manual will help you and others avoid personal injury with your new product, so feel free to contact your and damage to the product.
11. Do not carry load with arms in a raised position. Always carry loads close to the ground. Do not Order the following parts from your local TORO step off platform with load raised. Distributor: Spark Arrester Part No.
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14. Stop the engine before leaving the operator’s position. Use only Toro approved attachments. Attachments can change the stability and the 15. Operate only in daylight or good artificial light. operating characteristics of the machine.
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Safety Children Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert Allow the machine to cool before storing. to the presence of children. Children are often Use extra care when handling gasoline and other attracted to the machine and the work activity.
Safety 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. RATED OPERATING CAPACITY 515 LBS. On Loader Cross Bar Near Oil Fill (Part No.
Training Video View before operating machine Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Engine Operator’s Manual Registration card Fill out and return to Toro Oil filter Break–in oil change Chain link Spare parts Install Valve Lever Thread lever into the pump selector valve (Fig.
Assembly Activate the Battery The traction unit is shipped with a dry battery. Bulk POTENTIAL HAZARD electrolyte with 1.260 specific gravity must be Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid purchased from a local battery supply outlet. which is a deadly poison and it causes severe burns.
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Assembly Leave the covers off and connect a 3 to 4 amp Install the battery into the chassis (Fig. 2). battery charger to the battery posts (Fig. 4). Secure the battery in chassis with the battery Charge the battery at a rate of 4 amperes or less clamp (Fig.
Specifications General Specifications: Approved Attachments (without operator and without attachments) IMPORTANT: Use only Toro approved attachments. Contact your local Toro Dealer Overall width 40.5 inches (103 cm) for additional approved attachments. Overall length 60.0 inches (152 cm) Standard Bucket Overall height 49.0 inches...
Before Operating Each time before operating your machine, check the the filler neck. This space in the tank allows following: gasoline to expand. Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Fuel level Install the fuel tank cap securely. Wipe up any Engine oil level gasoline that may have spilled.
Check Before Operating Checking Oil Level Remove Debris From Machine Park the machine on a level surface, lower the IMPORTANT: Operating the engine with a loader arms and turn the ignition key to “OFF” blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling to stop the engine.
Other fluids could cause system damage. Group 1 Hydraulic Fluid (Recommended for ambient temperatures consistently below 100 F.): ISO type 46/68 anti–wear hydraulic fluid m–3954 Figure 6 Toro Hy–Pro Mobil Mobil Fluid 424 1. Filler neck cap Amoco Amoco 1000 International Harvester Hy–Tran...
Operation Think Safety First Choke To start engine, close carburetor choke by moving the Please carefully read all the safety instructions on control lever forward to the ON position. After engine pages 2–8 and view the training video. Following starts, regulate choke to keep engine running these instructions could help you or bystanders avoid smoothly.
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Operation Attachment tilt lever Flow divider control To tilt attachment forward, slowly push the Move flow divider control to twelve–o’clock position attachment tilt lever forward. (normal operating position) for no flow division. When moving control to nine–o’clock position, flow To tilt attachment rearward, slowly pull the is diverted to the attachments and less is available to attachment tilt lever rearward.
Operation Starting and Stopping Engine Stopping Move the throttle lever to “SLOW”. Starting Lower loader arms to the ground. Stand on platform. Turn the ignition key to “OFF”. Move the auxiliary hydraulics valve lever to neutral. Note: If the engine has been working hard or is hot, let it idle for a minute before turning the ignition key “OFF.”...
Operation Driving Forward or Backward Stopping the Machine The throttle control regulates the engine speed as To stop the machine, move the traction control levers measured in rpm (revolutions per minute). Place the to neutral, lower loader arms to the ground, and turn throttle control in the “FAST”...
Operation Moving A Non Functioning Installation Machine Start engine. Raise loader arms to fully raised position. IMPORTANT: Never tow the machine because hydraulic damage may occur. Turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. To Move the Machine Position a loader arm cylinder arm lock over each hydraulic cylinder rod.
Connecting Remove protective covers from hydraulic IMPORTANT: Use only Toro approved couplers on machine. Connect covers together to attachments. Attachments can change the prevent contamination during operation. stability and the operating characteristics of the machine.
Operation Transporting and Securing IMPORTANT: Do not operate or drive machine on roadways. IMPORTANT: When transporting machine on a trailer, always use the following procedure: Lower the loader arms. Turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Secure the machine to the trailer with chains or straps using the rear platform support openings to secure rear of machine and loader arms/mount plate to secure front of machine.
Maintenance POTENTIAL HAZARD If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Accidental starting of the engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Remove the key from the ignition switch and and disconnect negative battery cable from battery before you do any maintenance.
Maintenance Cleaning the Foam Element Engine Oil Wash the foam element in liquid soap and warm Change oil after every 100 operating hours. water. When the element is clean, rinse it thoroughly. Note: Change oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth dusty or sandy.
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Maintenance Changing/Draining Oil Change Oil Filter Start the engine and let it run five minutes. This Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other warms the oil so it drains better. oil change. Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly Note: Change oil filter more frequently when lower than the opposite side to ensure that the oil...
Maintenance Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 15). Check the spark plug(s) after every 200 operating If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, hours. Make sure the air gap between the center and the engine is operating properly.
Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Fuel Filter Grease all pivot joints every 25 operating hours. Replace the fuel filter after every 200 operating hours Grease every 8 hours when operating conditions are or yearly, whichever occurs first. extremely dusty or sandy and immediately after every washing.
Maintenance Fuel Tank Hydraulic System Draining The Fuel Tank Replacing the Hydraulic Filter Change the hydraulic filter: After the first 8 operating hours. POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions gasoline is extremely After every 400 operating hours. flammable and highly explosive. Position machine on a level surface, lower the WHAT CAN HAPPEN loader arms, stop the engine, and remove key...
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Maintenance Check Hydraulic Lines After every 100 operating hours, check hydraulic lines and hoses for leaks, loose fittings, kinked lines, loose mounting supports, wear, weather and chemical deterioration. Replace all moving hydraulic hoses every 1500 hours or 2 years, which ever come first. Make necessary repairs before operating.
Maintenance Traction Drive Chains IMPORTANT: Under sandy conditions, sand can build up on the sprockets. This enlarges the sprocket and the chain tightens. Under these Checking the Tension conditions the chains should have 2–1/2 to 3–1/2 inches of slack between the bottom of the chain Check the drive chain tension before using the guard and the lower chain span.
Maintenance IMPORTANT: In sandy conditions, an Checking Electrolyte Level additional 1/2 inch of slack may improve chain Open covers to see into the cells. The electrolyte performance. must be up to the lower part of the tube (Fig. 21). Do not allow the electrolyte to get below the plates.
Maintenance Check the electrolyte level; refer to Checking Remove the spark plug(s) and check its Electrolyte Level, page 30. condition; refer to Spark Plug, page 25. With the spark plug(s) removed from the engine, pour two Remove the filler caps from the battery and tablespoons of engine oil into the spark plug connect a 3 to 4 amp battery charger to the hole.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter does not crank Auxiliary hydraulics lever is Move lever to neutral not in neutral position. position. Battery is dead. Charge the battery. Electrical connections are Check electrical connections corroded or loose. for good contact. Relay or switch is defective.
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Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine does not drive. Flow divider valve lever is in Move lever to the 12 to 10 9 o’clock position. o’clock position. Hydro fluid level low. Add hydro fluid to reservoir. Traction pump drive coupler Contact Service Dealer.