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Toro GrandStand 72504TE Operator's Manual

Toro GrandStand 72504TE Operator's Manual

With 122cm turbo force cutting unit
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Original Instructions (EN)
GrandStand
With 122cm TURBO FORCE
Model No. 72504TE—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Form No. 3435-563 Rev A
®
Mower
®
Cutting Unit
*3435-563* A

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3435-563 Rev A GrandStand ® Mower With 122cm TURBO FORCE ® Cutting Unit Model No. 72504TE—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *3435-563* A 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Draining the Fuel Tank ........35 Removing the Fuel Tank ........35 Replacing the Fuel Filter ........36 Safety ............... 4 Electrical System Maintenance ......36 General Safety ........... 4 Electrical System Safety ........36 Safety and Instructional Decals ......4 Servicing the Battery.........
  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety • Keep bystanders and children out of the operating area. Do not allow children to operate the machine. Allow only people who are responsible, trained, This machine has been designed in consideration familiar with the instructions, and physically with EN ISO 5395. capable to operate the machine.
  • Page 5 decal116-8775 116-8775 1. Read the Operator’s Warning—fill to the bottom Manual. of the filler neck; do not overfill the tank. decal131-3507 131-3507 1. Read the Operator's 2. Belt tensioner Manual. decal116-8283 116-8283 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual for instructions on torquing the blade bolt/nut to 75 to 81 N∙m (55 to 60 ft-lb).
  • Page 6 7.5A decal131-3528 131-3528 decal133-4641 133-4641 1. Key switch—15 A 3. Power takeoff (PTO)—10 1. Warning—do not carry passengers. 2. Accessory port—15 A 4. Infocenter—7.5 A decal133-4665 133-4665 1. Tipping hazard—do not operate up slopes greater than 10°; do not operate across slopes greater than 15°. decal131-3536 131-3536 1.
  • Page 7 decal131-3526 131-3526 1. Power takeoff (PTO)—disengaged 5. Reverse 2. Fast 6. Traction drive 3. Slow 7. Engage the handles. 4. Neutral decal139-2878 139-2878 6. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away. 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Warning—all operators should be trained before operating 7.
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Controls Product Overview Control Panel g300764 Figure 3 1. Front caster wheel 7. Fuel tank g300766 2. Grass deflector 8. Platform (down position) Figure 4 3. Engine 9. Fuel-shutoff valve 1. Fuel cap 8. Height-of-cut lever 4. Control panel 10. Battery 2.
  • Page 9: Specifications

    Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro operating level (Figure distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Throttle Control To ensure optimum performance and continued safety...
  • Page 10: Before Operation

    Operation – Store fuel in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children. • Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term Before Operation exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Before Operation Safety –...
  • Page 11: Performing Daily Maintenance

    Performing Daily • Do not use gasoline containing methanol. • Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel Maintenance containers over the winter unless you use a fuel stabilizer. Before starting the machine each day, perform the Each Use/Daily procedures listed in Maintenance •...
  • Page 12: During Operation

    Note: The clutch and blades/attachment should engage. Press the O position on the PTO switch. Note: The blades/attachment should stop. With the engine running, press the O position on the PTO switch without holding either motion-control lever to the center, unlocked position.
  • Page 13 • Do not use the machine as a towing vehicle. • Use only accessories and attachments approved by The Toro® Company. Slope Safety • Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and rollover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.
  • Page 14: Operating The Parking Brake

    Operating the Parking Operating the Brake Mower-Blade-Control Switch (PTO) Always engage the parking brake when you shut off the machine or leave it unattended. Before each use, Use the blade-control switch (PTO) in conjunction with check the parking brake for proper operation. the motion-control levers to engage and disengage If the parking brake does not hold securely, adjust it;...
  • Page 15: Operating The Throttle

    Disengaging the Mower Blades Operating the Choke (PTO) Use the choke to start a cold engine. Figure 10 Figure 11 show 2 ways to disengage Pull up the choke knob to engage the choke the mower blades. before using the key switch (Figure 13).
  • Page 16: Operating The Ignition Switch

    Operating the Ignition Starting the Engine Switch Important: Do not engage the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to Important: Do not engage the starter for more start, wait 15 seconds between attempts. Failure than 5 seconds at a time.
  • Page 17: Shutting Off The Engine

    Shutting Off the Engine Operating the Platform You can use the machine with the platform in the CAUTION up or down position. It is your preference on which position to use. Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or attempt to operate the machine while WARNING it is unattended.
  • Page 18: Driving Forward Or Backward

    Driving Forward Disengage the parking brake; refer to Operating the Parking Brake (page 14). Move the motion-control levers to the center, unlocked position. g031026 Figure 18 1. Platform up 3. Pull the knob out to release the platform. 2. Platform down g030983 Figure 19 1.
  • Page 19: Side Discharging Or Mulching The Grass

    Side Discharging or Mulching the Grass This machine has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf. DANGER Without the grass deflector, discharge cover, or complete grass catcher assembly mounted in place, you and others are exposed to blade contact and thrown debris.
  • Page 20: Adjusting The Height-Of-Cut

    Adjusting the Height-of-Cut Adjusting the Flow Baffle The height-of-cut can be adjusted from 38 to 127 mm You can adjust the mower-discharge flow for different (1-1/2 to 5 inches) in 6 mm (1/4 inch) increments. types of mowing conditions. Position the cam lock and baffle to provide the best quality of cut.
  • Page 21: Positioning The Flow Baffle

    Positioning the Flow Baffle Position B Use this position when bagging (Figure 25). The following figures are for recommended use only. Adjustments vary by grass type, moisture content, and the height of the grass. Note: If the engine power draws down and the mower ground speed is the same, open the baffle.
  • Page 22: Using Weights

    Using Weights Using the Fuel-Shutoff Valve • Install weights to improve balance. You can add or remove weights to create optimized performance under different operating conditions and for your Close the fuel-shutoff valve for transport, maintenance, preference. and storage (Figure 27).
  • Page 23: Transporting The Machine

    Selecting a Trailer WARNING Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of tip-over and could cause serious injury or death (Figure 29). • Use only a full-width ramp; do not use individual ramps for each side of the machine.
  • Page 24 Loading the Machine WARNING Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of tip-over and could cause serious injury or death. • Use extreme caution when operating a machine on a ramp. • Back the machine up the ramp and walk it forward down the ramp.
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    To ensure optimum performance and continued the engine running. safety certification of the machine, use only • Carefully release pressure from components with genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. stored energy. Replacement parts and accessories made by • Check the parking brake operation frequently.
  • Page 26: Pre-Maintenance Procedures

    Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Change the engine oil. • Check, clean and gap the spark plug. • Check the battery. • Check the clutch. Every 100 hours • Check and clean the engine cooling fins and shrouds (more often in dirty or dusty conditions).
  • Page 27: Opening The Engine Guard

    Opening the Engine Guard Removing the Guard Extension Remove the bolt and shoulder nut securing the engine guard to the guard extension (Figure 33). Open the engine guard; refer to Opening the Engine Guard (page 27). Remove the 2 bolts (5/16 x 1 inch) and belt guard (Figure 35).
  • Page 28: Lubrication

    Lubrication Greasing the Machine Grease with No. 2 lithium or molybdenum grease. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Clean the grease fittings with a rag.
  • Page 29: Greasing The Caster-Wheel Hubs

    Greasing the Caster-Wheel Insert the assembled nut and axle into the wheel on the side of the wheel with the new seal and Hubs bearing. With the open end of the wheel facing up, fill Service Interval: Yearly the area inside the wheel around the axle full of Grease type: Lithium or molybdenum grease general-purpose grease.
  • Page 30: Greasing The Motion Controls

    Greasing the Motion Engine Maintenance Controls Engine Safety Service Interval: Yearly • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or Grease the operator-presence-control balljoint and adding oil to the crankcase. the motion-control bushing for both levers. • Keep your hands, feet, face, clothing, and other body parts away from the muffler and other hot Note: Use an oil drip between the lever brackets to...
  • Page 31: Servicing The Engine Oil

    Servicing the Engine Oil Note: Avoid knocking the filter into the side of the body. Remove the inner filter only to replace it. Engine-Oil Specifications Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SJ or higher) Inspecting the Filters Engine Oil Capacity: 2.1 L (71 fl oz) with the filter; Inspect the safety filter.
  • Page 32 Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 8 hours Every 100 hours Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly g031341 lower than the opposite side to assure the oil drains completely.
  • Page 33: Servicing The Spark Plug

    g031341 g194610 Figure 45 Start the engine and drive to a flat area. Check the oil level again. Changing the Engine-Oil Filter Service Interval: Every 200 hours Note: Change the engine-oil filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
  • Page 34: Checking The Spark Arrester

    Removing the Spark Plug Installing the Spark Plug Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the PTO, and engage the parking brake. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
  • Page 35: Fuel System Maintenance

    Fuel System Maintenance Draining the Fuel Tank You can drain the fuel tank by removing it and pouring the fuel out of the fill neck; refer to Removing the Fuel Tank (page 35). You can also drain the fuel tank by using a siphon in the following procedure.
  • Page 36: Replacing The Fuel Filter

    Replacing the Fuel Filter Electrical System Maintenance Service Interval: Every 800 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Do not install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel Electrical System Safety line. • Disconnect the battery or remove the spark-plug Note: Wipe up any spilled fuel.
  • Page 37 Charging the Battery WARNING Charging the battery produces gasses that can explode. Never smoke near the battery and keep sparks and flames away from battery. Important: Always keep the battery fully charged (1.265 specific gravity) to prevent battery damage when the temperature is below 0°C (32°F). Remove the battery from the chassis;...
  • Page 38: Servicing The Fuses

    Installing the Battery Servicing the Fuses Install the battery as shown in Figure The electrical system is protected by fuses. It requires no maintenance. If a fuse blows, check the component or circuit for a malfunction or short. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the PTO, and engage the parking brake.
  • Page 39: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System Note: If you are unable to achieve proper tracking by adjusting the left control rod, contact Maintenance your Authorized Service Dealer. Check that the machine does not creep from the neutral position with the park brakes Adjusting the Tracking disengaged.
  • Page 40: Adjusting The Caster-Pivot Bearing

    Adjusting the Caster-Pivot Servicing the Caster Bearing Wheels and Bearings Service Interval: Every 500 hours/Yearly (whichever The caster wheels rotate on a roller bearing supported by a spanner bushing. If the bearing is kept well comes first) lubricated, wear will be minimal. Failure to keep the Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move bearing well lubricated causes rapid wear.
  • Page 41: Removing The Clutch Shim

    Tighten the locknut until the spanner bushing Check the condition of the wire-harness leads, bottoms against the inside of the caster forks connectors, and terminals. Clean or repair them (Figure 60). as necessary. Grease the fitting on the caster wheel. Verify that 12 V is present at the clutch connector when the you engage the PTO switch.
  • Page 42: Checking The Wheel-Lug Nuts

    Using a 0.010 inch thick-feeler gauge, verify Perform the following safety check: that a gap is present between the rotor and Start the engine from the operator’s armature face on both sides of the brake position. pole as shown in Figure 65 Figure Make sure that the blades do not...
  • Page 43: Cooling System Maintenance

    Brake Maintenance Cooling System Maintenance Testing the Parking Brake Cleaning the Air-Intake Service Interval: Before each use or daily Screen Before each use, test the parking brake on both a level surface and slope. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Always engage the parking brake when you stop the machine or leave it unattended.
  • Page 44: Belt Maintenance

    Belt Maintenance Remove the bolt connecting the 2 belt covers (Figure 70). Checking the Belts Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Check the mower-deck belt(s). Check belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks, wear, signs of overheating, or any other damage. The signs of a worn mower belt are squealing while the belt is rotating, blades slipping while you are cutting grass, frayed belt edges, burn marks, and g033764...
  • Page 45: Replacing The Transmission Belt

    Install the 2 side covers to the belt covers using Remove the tension spring (Figure 74). the 4 carriage bolts and 4 nuts (Figure 69). CAUTION Install the guard extension. The spring is under tension when Close the engine guard. installed and can cause personal injury.
  • Page 46: Controls System Maintenance

    Controls System Maintenance Adjusting the Motion-Control Levers If the motion-control levers do not align horizontally, adjust the motion-control levers. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage g031538 the PTO, and engage the parking brake. Figure 76 Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait 1.
  • Page 47: Hydraulic System Maintenance

    Hydraulic System Add fluid to the reservoir until it reaches the reaches the minimum cold fill level. Specifications Install the cap on the filler neck. Hydraulic Fluid Type: Toro ® HYPR-OIL ™ hydraulic fluid Replacing the Hydraulic Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity: 4.7 L (159 fl oz)
  • Page 48: Bleeding The Hydraulic System

    Important: Remove the hydraulic-reservoir cap. Use the fluid specified in Hydraulic System Specifications (page 47) Locate the drain plug in the bottom of each equivalent. Other fluids could cause system transmission and place a drain pan under the damage. plugs (Figure 78).
  • Page 49: Mower Deck Maintenance

    Mower Deck Maintenance Blade Safety A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown toward you or bystanders, resulting in serious personal injury or death. g006530 Figure 80 • Inspect the blades periodically for wear or damage. 1.
  • Page 50 WARNING A blade that is bent or damaged could break apart and could critically injure you or bystanders. g000552 Figure 83 • Always replace a bent or damaged blade with a new blade. 1. Sharpen at original angle. • Do not file or create sharp notches in the edges or surfaces of the blade.
  • Page 51: Leveling The Mower Deck

    Checking the Mower Deck Side-to-Side Height Adjust the rear-tire pressure. Ensure that the blades are not bent; refer to Checking for Bent Blades (page 49). Position the blades side to side. Measure at the B and C locations from a level surface to the cutting edge of blade tips (Figure 87).
  • Page 52 Leveling the Mower Deck from Side to Side Loosen the side nut and jam nut in the yokes you want to adjust (Figure 88). g001041 Figure 89 1. Measure the blade at 2. Measure from a level points A and B surface g031415 Figure 88...
  • Page 53: Adjusting The Deck-Lift Spring

    Adjusting the Deck-Lift Note: Rotate the bolt clockwise to raise the deck; rotate the bolt counterclockwise to lower it. Spring Tighten the jam nuts and side bolts. Note: Adjusting the compression spring alters how Check the front-to-rear pitch; refer to Checking much the deck floats and the amount of effort needed the Mower Deck Front-to-Rear Pitch (page...
  • Page 54: Replacing The Grass Deflector

    Replacing the Grass Cleaning Deflector Cleaning under the Mower WARNING Deck An uncovered discharge opening could allow the machine to throw objects toward you or Service Interval: Before each use or daily bystanders, resulting in serious injury. Also, Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily. contact with the blade could occur.
  • Page 55: Storage

    Storage Dispose of fuel properly; recycle it according to local regulations. Important: Do not store fuel containing Storage Safety stabilizer/conditioner longer than the duration recommended by the • Let the engine cool before storing the machine. fuel-stabilizer manufacturer. • Do not store the machine or fuel near flames or Remove the spark plug(s) and check its drain the fuel indoors.
  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The engine does not start, starts hard, or 1. The fuel tank is empty or the shutoff 1. Fill the fuel tank with fuel and open the fails to keep running. valve is closed. valve 2.
  • Page 57 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The cutting height is uneven. 1. Blade(s) are not sharp. 1. Sharpen the blade(s). 2. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent. 2. Install new cutting blade(s). 3. The mower deck is not level. 3. Level the mower deck side-to-side position.
  • Page 58: Schematics

    Schematics g302050 Electrical Schematic—140-1878 (Rev. A)
  • Page 59 Notes:...
  • Page 60 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.

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