Toro LT-F3000 Operator's Manual
Heavy-duty triple turf flail mower, serial no. 316000001 and up
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- Page 1 Form No. 3401-570 Rev C LT-F3000 Heavy-Duty Triple Turf Flail Mower Model No. 30659—Serial No. 316000001 and Up *3401-570* C Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
- Page 2 Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Bleeding the Fuel System ......... 39 Replacing the Fuel Filter ........40 Electrical System Maintenance ......41 Safety ............... 4 Electrical System Safety ........41 General Safety........... 4 Checking the Electrical System......41 Safety and Instructional Decals ......4 Checking the Battery Condition...... -
Page 4: Safety
Safety Storage Safety..........53 Preparing the Traction Unit ....... 53 Preparing the Engine ........53 This machine has been designed in accordance with Troubleshooting ............54 EN ISO 5395. General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. - Page 5 decal70-13-077 70-13-077 1. Warning—shut off the engine and remove the ignition key before releasing or operating safety latches. decal950889 950889 1. Warning—hot surfaces. decal111-3277 111-3277 decal111-0773 111-0773 1. Horn 5. Fast 2. Cutting units—lower/float 6. Engine speed 1. Warning—crushing of fingers, force applied from side. 3.
- Page 6 decal111-3562 111-3562 1. Press the pedal to adjust the steering wheel angle. decal111-3658 111-3658 3. Unlatch 1. Cutterhead 2. Latch decal111-3566 111-3566 decal111-3901 111-3901 1. Falling, crushing hazard—ensure that the operator-platform latch is engaged before operating. 1. Transmission fluid—read the Operator's Manual. decal111-3902 111-3902 decal111-3567...
- Page 7 decal111-9648 111-9648 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual; torque the nuts to 45 N∙m (33 ft-lb). decal111-9382 111-9382 1. Height-of-cut chart decal117-3276 117-3276 1. Engine coolant under 3. Warning—do not touch the pressure hot surface. 2. Explosion hazard—read 4. Warning—read the the Operator's Manual.
- Page 8 decal111-5007 111-5007 Note: This machine complies with the industry standard stability test in the static lateral and longitudinal tests with the maximum recommended slope indicated on the decal. Review the instructions for operating the machine on slopes in the Operator’s Manual as well as the conditions in which you would operate the machine to determine whether you can operate the machine in the conditions on that day and at that site.
- Page 9 decal111-9649 111-9649 1. Read the Operator's Manual for more information on service 8. Ensure the blades stop when you leave the operating position. and maintenance. 2. Tire pressure—1 bar (14.5 psi) 9. Check the air filter. 3. Check all fasteners. 10.
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Page 10: Setup
Setup Media and Additional Parts Description Qty. Operator's Manual Read the manuals before operating the machine. Engine owner’s manual The Declaration of Conformity serves as confirmation of Declaration of Conformity CE compliance. Product Overview Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. -
Page 11: Controls
Controls Control Panel Components g014419 Figure 5 1. Weight transfer control g034879 Figure 4 1. Ignition switch 11. Transmission-neutral indicator 12. Parking-brake switch 2. Lighting switch (supplied with lighting kit) 3. Limited-lift-in-reverse 13. Engine-preheat-indicator switch light g014420 4. Throttle-control lever 14. - Page 12 WARNING The parking brake operates on the front wheels only. Do not park the machine on a slope. g035354 Figure 8 g034880 1. Throttle-control lever Figure 7 1. Parking-brake switch Travel Forward travel: Press the forward travel pedal to Service Brake increase forward travel speed.
- Page 13 Differential Lock WARNING The turning radius increases when the differential lock is engaged. Using the differential lock at high speed may lead to loss of control and cause serious injury and/or property damage. Do not use the differential lock at high speed. Use the differential lock to prevent excessive wheel spin when the drive wheels lose traction.
- Page 14 Operator Seat • Operator weight adjustment: Rotate the handle clockwise to increase suspension stiffness and counterclockwise to decrease the stiffness. The WARNING dial indicates when the optimum suspension Ensure that the operator-platform latch is adjustment has been set according to operator engaged before operating the machine.
- Page 15 • • Height adjustment: Manually lift the seat for Backrest adjustment: Pull the handle outward to incremental height adjustment. To lower the seat, adjust the seat backrest angle. Release the handle lift it beyond the highest setting, then allow it to to lock the seat backrest in position (Figure 15).
- Page 16 Warning Systems Battery-Charge-Warning Light The battery-charge-warning light illuminates when the Engine-Coolant-Temperature-Warning Light battery is low of charge (Figure 18). The engine-coolant-temperature-warning light illuminates, the horn is actuated, and the cutting units stop when the engine becomes too hot (Figure 16). g034887 Figure 18 1.
- Page 17 Key Switch Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows the amount of fuel in the tank 0 = Engine off (Figure 23). I = Engine run/Auxiliary on II = Engine pre-heat III = Engine start g014558 Figure 23 g014556 Figure 21 Hour Meter 1.
- Page 18 Cutting-Unit-Drive-Switch-Indicator Light This light illuminates when the cutting unit drive switch is On and the ignition key is turned to position I (Figure 26). To engage the cutting unit drive, refer to Engaging the g034894 Figure 25 Cutting Unit Drive (page 27).
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Page 19: Specifications
Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. -
Page 20: Before Operation
Performing Daily Operation Maintenance Before Operation Service Interval: Before each use or daily Before starting the machine each day, perform the Each Use/Daily procedures listed in Maintenance Before Operation Safety (page 32). General Safety Filling the Fuel Tank • Never allow children or untrained people to operate or service the machine. -
Page 21: During Operation
Install fuel-tank cap tightly after filling tank. – Park the machine on a level surface. – Disengage the cutting unit(s) and lower the Note: If possible, fill the fuel tank after each use. attachments. This minimizes possible buildup of condensation inside the fuel tank. -
Page 22: Using The Operator Platform Latching Mechanism
Releasing the Platform surveying the site. Always use common sense and good judgment when performing this survey. Move the locking latch handle towards the front • Review the slope instructions, listed below, for of the mower until the latch hooks clear the operating the machine on slopes. -
Page 23: Folding The Roll Bar
Engine Run Interlock: Once the engine is started WARNING the operator must be seated before the parking brake There is no rollover protection when the roll is disengaged for the engine to continue to run. bar is in the down position. Cutting Unit Drive Lockout: The drive to the cutting •... -
Page 24: Checking The Interlock Switches
Carefully lower the frame downward until it rests Disengage the parking brake. The indicator light on the stops. should go out and the engine should not start when the ignition key is turned. Insert the clevis pins in the lower holes and secure them with the snap pins to support the Engage the parking brake, sit on the operator upper frame in its lowered position. -
Page 25: Shutting Off The Engine
Crank the engine for no longer than 15 seconds. minimum power consumption, and a good quality of Release the key back to position I when the cut. engine starts. The flail head is a fine cut flail and should only be Run the engine at low idle speed until it warms used for maintaining grass. -
Page 26: Controlling The Position Of The Individual Cutting Units
g034596 Figure 31 1. Indicator rings Note: Refer to Figure 32 for the height-of-cut g034915 Figure 33 settings. 1. Lift-control switches To raise the cutting units, operate the lift-control switches in an upward direction and hold in position 3. If the cutting-unit-drive switch is in the O position the flail rotor drive disengages. -
Page 27: Engaging The Cutting Unit Drive
the lift-control switch(s) in a downward direction. The machine drives when the cutting units are approximately 150 mm (6 inches) above ground level. Using Weight-Transfer/Traction Assistance A variable hydraulic weight transfer system is provided for improving tire grip with the grass surface—traction assistance. -
Page 28: Operating Tips
Operating Tips driving between objects so that you do not accidentally damage the machine or the cutting units. Becoming Familiar with the WARNING Machine Take care when travelling over obstacles such as roadside curbs as such obstacles Before mowing grass, practice operating the machine may allow the machine to rollover which may in an open area. -
Page 29: Identifying The Tie-Down Points
Identifying the Tie-Down Points g014447 Figure 38 1. Front left lifting point 3. Rear lifting point g282342 2. Front right lifting point Figure 37 1. Front tie-down point 2. Rear tie-down point Towing the Machine Hauling the Machine Ensure that the towing vehicle specification is suited to braking the combined vehicle weight and able to •... - Page 30 heavy as there is no hydraulic assistance when the engine is shut off. g014448 Figure 39 1. Hex plug Locate the M12 x 40 mm setscrew and washer stored underneath the operator platform, one in each of the platform support rails. Install a M12 x 40 mm long setscrew with washer into the hole in the center of the motor end plate g014450...
- Page 31 g014451 Figure 42 1. Front wheel moto 3. Washer M12 2. Hex plug 4. Setscrew M12 x 40 mm Identify the left front wheel motor disc brake assembly and repeat the previous procedure. Remove the wheel chocks. Disconnect the tow bar. Note: The mower braking system will now operate in the normal way.
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Page 32: Maintenance
• Replace all worn or damaged decals. • To ensure safe, optimal performance of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts. Replacement parts made by other manufacturers could be dangerous, and such use could void the product warranty. -
Page 33: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the condition and tension of the alternator belt. After the first 8 hours • Change the engine oil and filter. • Change the transmission-oil filter. After the first 50 hours •... - Page 34 Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the engine overheat warning system. • Replace the primary air filter (more frequently in extreme dusty or dirty conditions). • Replace the fuel-filter canister. • Check the electrical system. • Change the transmission-oil filter. Every 500 hours •...
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Page 35: Daily Maintenance Checklist
Date Information Important: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. Note: Download a free copy of the electrical or hydraulic schematic by visiting www.Toro.com and searching for your machine from the Manuals link on the home page. -
Page 36: Lubrication
Lubrication bearings and bushings immediately after every washing, regardless of the interval listed. Replace any damaged grease fittings. Greasing the Bearings, Important: Use 1 pump of grease on the Bushings, and Pivots height-of-cut adjusters and 3 pumps of grease on all other grease fittings. -
Page 37: Servicing The Air Cleaner
g014565 Figure 45 Before removing the filter, use low pressure g014437 air (40 psi, clean and dry) to help remove Figure 44 large accumulations of debris packed between 1. Temperature switch outside of the filter and the canister. Avoid using high-pressure air which could force dirt through the filter into the intake tract. -
Page 38: Checking The Engine-Oil Level
Preferred oil: SAE 15W-40 (above 0°F) • Alternate oil: SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 (all temperatures) Toro Premium Engine oil is available from your distributor in either 15W-40 or 10W-30 viscosity. Note: The best time to check the engine oil is when... -
Page 39: Fuel System Maintenance
Fuel System Remove the drain plug (Figure 49) and let the oil flow into a drain pan. Maintenance DANGER Under certain conditions, fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others and can cause property damage. -
Page 40: Replacing The Fuel Filter
Replacing the Fuel Filter Open the hood. Turn the key in the ignition switch to the O Service Interval: Every 500 hours position and crank the engine. Before each use or daily—Drain water or other Note: The mechanical pump sucks fuel out of contaminants from the water separator. -
Page 41: Electrical System Maintenance
Servicing the Battery Electrical System Maintenance Service Interval: Every 250 hours DANGER Electrical System Safety Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid which is a deadly poison and causes severe • Disconnect the battery before repairing the burns. machine. Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive last. -
Page 42: Drive System Maintenance
Changing the Transmission Drive System Oil Filter Maintenance Service Interval: After the first 50 hours Checking the Tire Pressure Every 500 hours Check the air pressure in the front and rear tires. Refer to the chart below for the correct pressure. Important: Maintain correct tire pressure in all tires to ensure correct contact with the turf. -
Page 43: Checking The Rear-Wheel Alignment
assembly. (Left locknut has a left thread). Rotate the track rod to achieve the correct distance as described above and tighten the locknuts securely. Inspecting the Transmission Control Cable and Operating Mechanism Service Interval: Every 250 hours Check the condition and security of the cable and operating mechanism at the speed-control pedals and transmission pump ends. -
Page 44: Cooling System Maintenance
Cooling System Maintenance Cooling System Safety • Swallowing engine coolant can cause poisoning; keep out of reach from children and pets. • Discharge of hot, pressurized coolant or touching a hot radiator and surrounding parts can cause severe burns. – Always allow the engine to cool at least 15 minutes before removing the radiator cap. -
Page 45: Belt Maintenance
Belt Maintenance Tensioning the Alternator Belt Service Interval: After the first 8 hours Every 100 hours Open the hood. Check the tension of the alternator belt by pressing it (Figure 59) midway between the alternator and the crankshaft pulleys with 10 kg (22 lb) of force. -
Page 46: Controls System Maintenance
Controls System Checking the Parking-Brake-Interlock Maintenance Switch Checking the Shut off the engine. Forward/Reverse Travel Engage the parking brake. Turn the ignition key to position I. The parking Pedal Action brake indicator light should illuminate. With the engine shut off, operate the forward and Disengage the parking brake. -
Page 47: Hydraulic System Maintenance
Alternative fluids: If the Toro fluid is not available, Check the sight-level gauge on the side of the other fluids may be used provided that they meet tank. -
Page 48: Servicing The Hydraulic System
g014570 Figure 60 1. Hydraulic-tank cap g014452 2. Fluid tank Figure 61 3. Sight-level gauge 1. Oil-tank filler cap 3. Filler strainer 2. Suction strainer Remove the cap and fill the tank to the upper mark on the sight-level gauge. Important: Do not overfill the tank. -
Page 49: Cutting Unit Maintenance
Cutting Unit Maintenance Blade Safety • Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage. • Use care when checking the blades. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use caution when servicing the blades. Only replace or sharpen the blades; never straighten or weld them. •... -
Page 50: Checking The Rear Guard
Important: Note: Blades should always be replaced at Each pair of opposite blades should not the same time as the opposite blade/as pairs to have a weight difference of more than 10 grams. maintain balance. DANGER Park the machine on a level surface. A worn or damaged blade can break, and a Raise and support the cutting unit with the piece of the blade could be thrown toward you... -
Page 51: Checking The Rubber Guard
Remove the wooden pole from the cutting unit before you start the engine. Note: If you detect the rotor has excessive end play, contact your authorized Toro distributor. Repair or adjust the cutting unit if necessary. Note: If the rotor needs to be replaced... -
Page 52: Checking The Rear-Roller Scraper Wire Tension
Cleaning Washing the Machine Wash the machine as needed using water alone or with a mild detergent. You may use a rag when washing the machine. Important: Do not use brackish or reclaimed g014441 Figure 68 water to clean the machine. 1. -
Page 53: Storage
Clean the battery, terminals, and posts with a wire brush and baking-soda solution. Coat the cable terminals and battery posts with Grafo 112X skin-over grease (Toro Part No. 505-47) or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. Slowly charge the battery every 60 days for 24 hours to prevent lead sulfation of the battery. - Page 54 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action There are areas of uncut grass at the 1. You are turning too tightly. 1. Increase the turning radius overlap between flail rotors. 2. The machine slides sideways when 2. Mow up/down the slope. travelling across the face of a slope.
- Page 55 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine does not start with the ignition 1. The transmission-neutral-interlock 1. Remove your foot from the key. switch is not energized. forward/reverse pedals or check the setting of the transmission-neutral-interlock switch. 2. The parking-brake-interlock switch is 2.
- Page 56 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action There is excessive noise in the hydraulic 1. A pump is malfunctioning. 1. Identify the noisy pump and service or system. replace it. 2. A motor is malfunctioning. 2. Identify the noisy motor and service or replace it.
- Page 57 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The cutting units fail to start-up when 1. The seat-sensor switch is 1. Check the mechanical and electrical lowered into work. malfunctioning. operation of the switch and ensure the operator weight has been set correctly. 2.
- Page 58 Notes:...
- Page 59 The Toro Company (“Toro”) respects your privacy. When you purchase our products, we may collect certain personal information about you, either directly from you or through your local Toro company or dealer. Toro uses this information to fulfil contractual obligations - such as to register your warranty, process your warranty claim or to contact you in the event of a product recall - and for legitimate business purposes - such as to gauge customer satisfaction, improve our products or provide you with product information which may be of interest.
- Page 60 Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact your Authorized Toro Service Center.