Mid–size mower proline hydro 17 hp with 52in side discharge mower (64 pages)
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Form No. 3325-177 Mid–Size Mower ProLine Gear 12.5 HP with 36 in. Side Discharge Mower 30250—210000001 & Up Operator’s Manual Domestic English (EN)
Authorized Service Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates...
Stop blades if not The following list contains safety information mowing. specific to Toro products or other safety information Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not that you must know that is not included in the ANSI point it at anyone.
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Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty may Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade be voided if used with unapproved attachments.
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.
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Under Belt Covers On Front of Deck (Part No. 104–8185) (Part No. 105–0840) On Top of Control Panel (Part No. 104–8180) On Side of Carrier Frame (Part No. 104–8171) On Control Panel (Part No. 105–0884)
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On Upper Handle (Part No. 98-4387) Under Carrier Frame Cover (Part No. 104–8176) On Right Side of Deck (Part No. 104–8569) On Back of Engine Deck (Part No. 98–0776)
Gasoline and Oil Recommended Gasoline Warning Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is not Long–term exposure to vapors can cause serious available.
Engine Operator’s Manual Read before operating machine Parts Catalog Registration card Fill out and return to Toro Installing the Control Panel and Fuel Tank Note: Hardware to install control panel and fuel tank is installed in the bottom of fuel tank.
5. Align the control panel, side to side, so there is 1/16 4. Secure each lower mounting hole with a flange bolt in. (2 mm) space between panel and lever. (3/8 x 1 in. (26mm)) and flange nut (Fig. 4). Torque bolts to 25 ft.
Note: The upper control bar and fixed bar must be parallel Note: Make sure brake rod is installed in front (“F”) when in engaged, drive, relaxed and brake positions. mounting hole in idler bracket. 4. Check operation. If adjustment is required, remove 8.
Operation Upper Control Bar – Shift to desired gear and push forward on control bar to engage forward traction operation and pull back to brake. Pull right side of control Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine bar to turn right and left side to turn left.
Setting the Parking Brake Important Do not pull recoil rope to its limit or let go of the starter handle when rope is pulled out because rope 1. Pull the upper control bar (Fig. 12) rearward and hold may break or recoil assembly may be damaged. it in this position.
4. Repeat procedure to engage mower blades if blade 1. Set the parking brake and start the engine :refer to control bail is released. Starting and Stopping the Engine, page 17 2. Squeeze the blade control bail against upper control bar.
2. Release the parking brake: refer to Releasing the Parking Brake, page 17. 3. Slowly squeeze the lower control bar and handle together to move rearward (Fig. 15). Lower Control Bar Operation This procedure is for driving up a curb. This can be performed while driving forward or backward.
Side Discharge or Mulch Grass Note: Spare height–of–cut spacers may be stored on posts and retained by a hairpin cotter. This mower has a hinged grass deflector that Important All four hairpin cotter pins must be in the disperses clippings to the side and down toward the same hole location and with the correct number of spacers turf.
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3. Reinstall the bolt, washers and nut (Fig. 19). m–5213 Figure 19 1. Center Gage Wheels and 3. Bolt Spacer 4. Washer 2. Nut...
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Oil—check level Safety System—check Each Use Brake—check Engine—clean outside Mower Housing—clean After first 5 hours Oil—change Cutting Blades—check Mower Housing—clean 8 Hours...
Air Cleaner Service Service Interval/Specification Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Foam Element: Clean and re-oil after every 25 operating hours. Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó Ó...
Engine Oil Service Service Interval/Specification Change oil: After the first 5 operating hours. After every 50 operating hours. Note: Change oil more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SE/CC, CD or Figure 23 Crankcase Capacity: with filter, 54 oz.
Spark Plug Service 5. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil, page 24, into the filler tube (Fig. 23). Now check the oil level; refer to Checking Oil Level, page 24. Slowly Service Interval/Specification add additional oil to bring to “FULL” mark on dipstick.
Where to Add Grease 2. Check the gap between the center and side electrodes (Fig. 27). Bend the side electrode (Fig. 27) if the gap is Lubricate the grease fittings as shown on the CHECK not correct. SERVICE REFERENCE AID decal (Figure 28). 0.025 in.
Lubricate the transmission couplers Cleaning the Cooling System 1. Lubricate the transmission couplers located in the back Service Interval/Specification of the machine (Fig. 30). Before each use, check and clean engine cooling system. Remove any build–up of grass, dirt or other debris from the cylinder and cylinder head cooling fins, air intake screen on flywheel end, and carburetor–governor levers and linkage.
Fuse: F1–7.5 amp, blade-type 1. Check the brake before you adjust it; refer to Checking the Brake, page 28. 2. Release the parking brake; refer to Releasing the Parking Brake, page 17. 3. To adjust the brake remove the cotter pin and washer from the brake lever (Fig.
3. The proper disengaged clearance between the clutch Note: Now is the best time to install a new fuel filter plates is .012–.018 in. (0.30-0.45 mm). It will be because the fuel tank is empty. Refer to Replacing the necessary to check this clearance at each of the three Fuel Filter;...
2. Inspect the blades, especially the curved area (Fig. 38). If you notice any damage, wear, or a slot forming in this area (item 3 in Fig. 38), immediately install a new blade. m–5234 Figure 37 1. Hose clamp 3. Filter 2.
To ensure optimum performance and continued safety conformance of the m–1855 machine, use genuine TORO replacement blades. Replacement blades made by other manufacturers Figure 43 may result in non-conformance with safety standards.
3. Check that the blades and spindle shafts are not bent. Refer to Checking for Bent Blades on page 30. 4. Set the height-of-cut to the 4 in. position. Refer to Adjusting the Height-Of-Cut in the Operation section. 5. Perform steps in the following sections Frame Set Up, Checking Front–to–Rear Pitch and Checking Side–to–Side Leveling.
Checking Carrier Frame Front–to–Rear Pitch The carrier frame must have a pitch of a 1/4 in. over the length of 24 inches on the carrier frame (Fig. 46). 1. Measure out 24 inches on the carrier frame (Fig. 46). 2. Measure carrier frame height at location “A” (Fig. 46). 3.
Checking the Deck Side-to-Side Leveling 1. Check the tire pressure on both deck and traction unit. 2. Position the blades side-to-side (Fig. 51). Measure at “A” and “B” locations (Fig. 51) from a level surface to m–1087 the cutting edge of blade tips (Fig. 52). Figure 49 3.
Matching Height of Cut 1. Remove top capscrew securing idler support and idler bracket to rear frame (Fig. 55). 1. Check the tire pressure on both deck and traction unit. 2. Loosen bottom two mounting screws enough to allow belt to pass between drive pulley and idler support 2.
11. Reinstall the belt covers onto the cutting unit, then 3. Pull the castor wheel fork out of the mounting tube, reinstall and tighten the knobs. leaving the spacer(s) on the bottom of the fork. Remember the location of the spacers on each fork to 12.
8. Grease the fitting on the carrier frame mounting tube using No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease. Figure 61 m–5197 1. Locknut 4. Spanner Bushing Figure 60 2. Wheel Bolt 5. Roller Bearing 3. Bushing 1. Carrier Frame Mounting 2.
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Note: Make sure the “L” end of spring is installed behind deck edge before installing the bolt as shown in figure 62. 3. Install bolt and nut. Place “J” hook end of spring around grass deflector (Fig. 62). Important The grass deflector must be able to lower down into position.
Cleaning and Storage A. Run engine to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system (5 minutes). 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking B. Stop engine, allow to cool and drain the fuel tank; brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the refer to Fuel Tank, page 29, or operate engine until engine.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine loses power. Engine load is excessive. Reduce ground speed. Air cleaner is dirty. Clean air cleaner element. Oil level in crankcase is low. Add oil to crankcase. Cooling fins and air passages Remove obstruction from under engine blower housing cooling fins and air passages.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Uneven cutting height. 1. Blade(s) not sharp. 1. Sharpen blade(s). 2. Cutting blade(s) is/are bent. 2. Install new cutting blade(s). 3. Mower is not level. 3. Level mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. 4. Underside of mower is dirty. 4.
If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.