Toro 03410TE, reelmaster 216 Operator's Manual
FORM NO. 3318-231 GB Rev A
®
MODEL NO. 03410TE—70001 & UP
REELMASTER® 216
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
© The T oro Company—1996
This operator's manual has instructions on safety, operation, and maintenance.
This manual emphasizes safety, mechanical and general product information. DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION
identify safety messages. Whenever the triangular safety alert symbol appears, understand the safety message that
follows. “IMPORTANT” highlights special mechanical information and “NOTE” emphasizes general product information worthy of special attention.
IDENTIFICATION AND ORDERING
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER
The model and serial number for the traction unit is on a plate that is mounted on the left front frame member. The
model and serial number for the cutting unit is on a plate that is mounted on the top front of the center cutting unit.
Use model and serial number in all correspondence and when ordering parts.
To order replacement parts from an authorized TORO Distributor, supply the following information:
1. Model and serial numbers of the machine.
2. Part number, description and quantity of parts desired.
NOTE: Do not order by reference number if a parts catalog is being used; use the part number.
Table of Contents
Safety 3
Specifications 9
Before Operating 10
Controls 13
First-Time Operation 16
Operating 20
Maintenance 23
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Safety
Training
1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with
the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the lawn mower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
3. Never mow while people, especially children, or
pets are nearby.
4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsi-
ble for accidents or hazards occurring to other
people or their property.
5. Do not carry passengers.
6. All drivers should seek and obtain professional
and practical instruction. Such instruction should
emphasize:
• the need for care and concentration when
working with ride-on machines;
is to be used and remove all objects which may
be thrown by the machine.
3. WARNING—Petrol is highly flammable.
• Store fuel in containers specifically designed
for this purpose.
• Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke
while refueling.
• Add fuel before starting the engine. Never
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol
while the engine is running or when the
engine is hot.
• If petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine but move the machine away from the
are of spillage and avoid creating any source
of ignition until petrol vapors have dissipated.
• Replace all fuel tanks and container caps
securely.
4. Replace faulty silencers.
• control of a ride-on machine sliding on a
slope will not be regained by the application
of the brake. The main reasons for loss of
control are:
– insufficient wheel grip;
– being driven too fast;
– inadequate braking;
– the type of machine is unsuitable for its
task;
– lack of awareness of the effects of
ground conditions, especially slopes;
– incorrect hitching and load distribution.
Preparation
1. While mowing, always wear substantial footwear
and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
Operation
1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space
where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
2. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
3. Before attempting to start the engine, disengage
all blade attachment clutches and shift into neutral.
4. Do not use on slopes of more than:
• Never mow side hills over 5°
• Never mow uphill over 10°
• Never mow downhill over 15°
5. Remember there is no such thing as a “safe”
slope. Travel on grass slopes requires particular
care. To guard against overturning:
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Safety
• do not stop or start suddenly when going up
or downhill;
• engage the clutch slowly, and always keep
the machine in gear, especially when travailing downhill;
• machine speeds should be kept low on
slopes and during tight turns;
• stay alert for bumps and hollows and other
hidden hazards;
• never mow across the face of the slope,
unless the lawn mower is designed for this
purpose.
6. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy
equipment.
• Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
• Limit loads to those you can safely control.
• Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
• Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights
when suggested in the instruction handbook.
• change into neutral and set the parking
brake;
• stop the engine and remove the key.
13. Disengage the drive to attachments when trans-
porting or not in use.
14. Stop the engine and disengage the drive to the
attachment
• before refueling;
• before removing the grass catcher;
• before making height adjustments unless the
adjustment can be made from the operator’s
position.
• before clearing blockages;
• before checking, cleaning or working on the
lawnmower;
• after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
lawnmower for damage and make repairs
before restarting and operating the equipment.
7. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near road-
ways.
8. Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces
other than grass.
9. When using any attachments, never direct dis-
charge of material toward bystanders nor allow
anyone near the machine while in operation .
10. Never operate the lawn mower with defective
guards, shields or without safety protective
devices in place.
11. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at
excessive speeds may increase the hazard of personal injury.
12. Before leaving the operator’s position:
• disengage the power take-off and lower the
attachments;
15. Reduce the throttle setting during engine runout
and, if the engine is provided with a shutoff
valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing.
Maintenance and Storage
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
2. Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank
inside a building where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark.
3. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
4. To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer, battery compartment and petrol storage
area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
5. Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
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Safety
6. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
7. If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be
done outdoors.
8. Be careful during adjustment of the machine to pre-
vent entrapment of the fingers between moving
blades and fixed parts of the machine.
9. On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating
one blade can cause other blades to rotate.
10. When the machine is to be parked, stored or left
unattended, lower the cutting means unless a positive mechanical lock is used.
Sound & Vibration Levels
Sound Levels
This unit has an equivalent continuous A-weighted
sound pressure at the operator ear of: 90 dB(A), based
on measurements of identical machines per SAE
J1174—Mar 85 procedures.
This unit has a sound power level of 105 dB(A)/1pW,
based on measurements of identical machines per procedures outlined in Directive 79/113/EEC and amendments
Vibration Levels
This unit has a vibration level of 7.5 m/s2at the posterior, based on measurements of identical machines per
ISO 2631 procedures.
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This unit does not exceed a vibration level of 0.9 m/s
the posterior based on measurements of identical
machines per ISO 2631 procedures.
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Symbol Glossary
Caustic liquids,
chemical burns to
fingers or hand
Crushing of
whole body,
applied from
above
Cutting or
entanglement of
foot, rotating auger
Poisonous
fumes or toxic
gases, asphyxiation
Crushing of
torso, force
applied from side
Severing of
foot, rotating
knives
Electrical shock,
electrocution
Crushing of fingers
or hand/, force
applied from side
Severing of
fingers or hand,
impeller blade
High pressure
fluid, injection
into body
force applied
from side
Wait until all
machine
components have
completely stopped
before touching them
High pressure
spray, erosion of
flesh
Crushing of
whole body
Severing of
fingers or hand,
engine fan
High pressure
spray, erosion of
flesh
Crushing of
head, torso and
arms
Whole body entanglement,
implement input drive line
Crushing of
fingers
or hand,
force
applied from
above
Cutting of
fingers or hand
Crushing of
toes or foot, force
applied from above
Cutting of footCrushing of leg,
Fingers or
hand entangle-
ment, chain drive
Hand & arm
entanglement,
belt drive
Explosion Fire or open
Shut off engine
& remove key before
performing mainten-
ance or repair work
Thrown or fly-
ing objects, whole
body exposure
flame
Riding on this
machine is allowed
only on a passen-
ger seat & only if the
driver’s view is not
hindered
Thrown or
flying objects,
face exposure
Secure lifting
cylinder with locking
device before getting
in hazardous area
Consult
technical manual
for proper service
procedures
Runover/back-
over, (relevant
machine to appear
in dashed box)
Stay a safe
distance from
the machine
Fasten seat belts Safety alert
Machine tipping,
riding mower
Stay clear of
articulation area
while engine is
running
Machine rollover,
ROPS (relevant
machine to appear
in dashed box)
Stored energy
hazard, kickback
or upward motion
Do not open
or remove safety
shields while
engine is
running
triangle
Do not step on
loading platform if
PTO is connected to tractor
& engine is running
outline safety
alert symbol
Hot surfaces,
burns to fingers
or hands
Do not step
Read operator’s
manual
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Safety
Eye protection
must be worn
Fire, open light
& smoking
prohibited
Level
indicator
Head protection
must be worn
Hydraulic
system
Liquid level Filter Temperature Failure/
Hearing
protection must
be worn
Brake system
Caution, toxic
risk
Oil Coolant (water) Intake air Exhaust gas Pressure
First aid
Malfunction
Flush with water Engine Transmission
Start switch/
mechanism
On/start Off/stop
Engage Disengage
Horn Battery charging
Machine travel
direction,
forward/rearward
Jack or
support point
condition
Control lever
operating
direction, dual
direction
Draining/
emptying
Attachment
lower
Hourmeter/elapsed
operating hours
Control lever
operating
direction, multiple
direction
Engine lubricating oil
Attachment
raise
Fast Slow Continuous
Clockwise
rotation
Engine lubricating
oil pressure
Spacing distance Snow thrower,
Counter-clockwise rotation
Engine lubricating
oil level
collector auger
variable, linear
Grease
lubrication
point
Engine lubricating
oil filter
Plus/increase/
positive polarity
Volume empty Volume full
Oil lubrication
point
Engine
lubricating oil
temperature
Minus/decrease/
negative polarity
Lift point
Engine coolant
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Safety
Engine coolant
pressure
Engine coolant f
ilter
n/min
Engine failure/
malfunction
Transmission
failure/malfunction
Engine rotational
speed/frequency
Clutch Neutral High Low Forward Reverse Park
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First gear Second gear
Engine
lubricating oil
pressure
Choke Primer (start aid) Electrical preheat
Engine intake/
combustion air
Engine intake/
combustion air
pressure
(low temperature
start aid)
Engine intake/
air filter
Transmission oil Transmission oil
Engine start Engine stop
pressure
Transmission oil
temperature
NHLFRP
Third gear (other #'s
may be used until
the maximum # of forward gears is reached.)
Hydraulic oil Hydraulic oil
Hydraulic oil
pressure
Hydraulic oil level Hydraulic oil filter
temperature
Hydraulic oil
failure/malfunction
Headlights Lock Unlock Differential lock 4-Wheel drive Power Take-Off Power Take-Off,
Reel cutting
element, height
adjustment
Parking brake Fuel Fuel level Fuel filter Fuel system
Traction Above working
temperature range
Drilling Manual metal arc
0430 weight Do not dispose
welding
in the garbage
failure/malfunction
Manual 0356 Water pump
CE logo
Diesel fuel Unleaded fuel
rotational speed
Reel cutting
element
0626 Keep dry
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Specifications
Diesel Model
216 Diesel Engine: Perkins, 4-cycle, 3-cylinder, liquid
cooled, vertical overhead valve, diesel engine with centrifugal water pump. 16.5 hp governed to a maximum
speed of 3200 rpm. 37.60 cu. in. displacement. Forced
lubrication gear pump. Mechanical fuel transfer pump.
Fuel filter/water separator with replaceable filter element. Heavy-duty remote mounted air cleaner.
Radiator: Side mounted radiator, industrial construc-
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tion. Cooling system capacity is 5 liters (5-
Electrical: 12-volt starter. Interlock switches. 14-amp
alternator with remote electronic regulator rectifier.
Fuel Capacity: 24.6 liters (6.5 gallons.)
Hydraulic Oil Capacity/Filter: 8.7 liter (2.3 gallon) oil
reservoir. 12.5 liter (3.3 gallon) total system capacity.
10-micron remote mounted spin on the filter.
Ground Speed: Infinitely variable speed selection in
forward and reverse
Mowing speed: 0–8 km/h (0–5 mph)
Transport speed: 0–12.9/kmh (0–8 mph)
Reverse speed: 0–3 km/h (0–4.8 mph)
⁄4 quarts).
Gasoline Model
Reverse speed: 0–4.8 km/h (0–3 mph)
Both Models
Traction Drive: Hydrostatic drive; variable displacement pump, infinitely variable in both forward and
reverse direction. High-torque hydraulic wheel motors.
Brakes: Service braking through the dynamic characteristics of the hydrostat. Parking or emergency brake is
actuated by a ratchet hand lever.
Tires/Wheels: Two front traction tires, 18 x 8.50-8,
tubeless, 4-ply rating. Rear steering tire 18 x 6.50-8, 4ply tire with tube. Recommended tire pressure 97–138
kPa (12–16 psi).
Frame: The frame consists of formed steel, welded steel
and steel tubing components.
Model 03420: Tricycle vehicle with 2-wheel traction
drive in front and rear wheel steering.
Model 03425: Tricycle vehicle with 3-wheel traction
drive and rear wheel steering.
Model 03410: Tricycle vehicle with 2-wheel traction
drive in front and rear wheel steering.
Model 03430: Tricycle vehicle with 3-wheel traction
drive and rear wheel steering.
216 Gasoline Engine: Kohler, 4-cycle, air cooled, 11.9
kW (16 hp) @ 3,600 rpm, 588 cc (35.9 cu. in.) displacement. Mechanical fuel pump, large capacity dual element air cleaner, 2.5 l (5-1/4 pint) oil capacity
Steering: Adjustable steering wheel. Pinion gear and
sector gear with solid drag link to the rear steer wheel
arm.
Fuel Capacity: 22.7 liters (6.0 gallons.)
Electrical: 12-volt starter. Interlock switches. 15-amp
alternator with remote electronic regulator rectifier.
Ground Speed: Infinitely variable speed selection in
forward and reverse
Mowing speed: 0–8 km/h (0–5 mph)
Transport speed: 0–10.5 kmh (0–6.5 mph)
Cutting Unit Lift: Hydraulic lift with an automatic reel
shut off.
Overall Dimensions:
Wheel tread width: 137.2 cm (54 in.)
Wheel base: 139.7 cm (55 in.)
Width: 205.7 cm (81 in.)
Length: 233.7 cm (92 in.)
Height: 109.2 cm (43 in.)
Weight with 5-blade cutting unit:
Model 03420: 449.8 kg (1,205 lb.)
Model 03425: 461 kg (1,235 lb.)
Weight with 8-blade cutting unit:
Models 03410, 03430: 467 kg (1,250 lb.)
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Before Operating
CAUTION
Before servicing or making adjustments to the
machine, stop the engine and remove the key
from the switch.
CHECK THE CRANKCASE OIL
The engine is shipped with oil in the crankcase; however, you must check the oil level before and after you first
start the engine.
1. Position the machine on a level surface.
2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag.
Push the dipstick down into the dipstick tube and
make sure it is seated fully. Pull out the dipstick
and check the oil level. If the level is low, add
enough oil to raise the level to the FULL mark on
the dipstick.
A. Above 0° C—Use SAE 30.
B. Below 0° C—Use SAE 5@-20 or 5W30.
IMPORTANT Check the oil level every 5 operating hours or daily. Change the oil after every 50
hours of operation.
1. Oil fill cap
Figure 2 Gasoline Model
Figure 3
1. Oil fill cap
FILL THE FUEL T ANK
Diesel Model:
The engine runs on No. 2 diesel fuel. Fuel tank capacity
is 24.6 liters (6.5 gallons).
1. Clean the area around the fuel tank cap.
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2. Remove the fuel tank cap.
3. Fill the tank to about 2.5 cm (one inch) below the
top of the tank (bottom of the filler neck). DO
NOT OVERFILL. Then install the cap.
4. To prevent a fire hazard, wipe up any fuel that may
have spilled .
Figure 1 Diesel Model
1. Dipstick
1. Fuel tank cap
Figure 4
DANGER
Because diesel fuel is flammable, use caution
when storing or handling lt.
• Do not smoke while filling the fuel tank.
• Do not fill the fuel tank while the engine
is running, hot, or when the machine is in
an enclosed area.
• Always fill the fuel tank outside and wipe
up any spilled diesel fuel before starting
the engine.
Before Operating
DANGER
Because gasoline is flammable, use caution when
storing or handling it.
• Do not fill the fuel tank while the engine is
running, hot or when the machine is in an
enclosed area. Vapors may build up and be
ignited by a spark or flame source many feet
away.
• DO NOT SMOKE while filling the fuel tank to
prevent the possibility of an explosion.
• Always fill the fuel tank outside and wipe up
any spilled gasoline, and fill the tank no higher
than to the bottom of the filter screen. DO
NOT OVERFILL.
• Store gasoline in a clean safety approved container and keep the cap on the container. Keep
gasoline in a cool, well-ventilated place; never
in an enclosed area such as a hot storage shed.
To assure volatility, do not buy more than a 30day supply of gasoline.
• Gasoline is a fuel for internal combustion
engines; do not use it for any other purpose.
• Store fuel in a clean, safety-approved container and keep the cap in place. Use
diesel fuel for the engine only; not for any
other purpose.
Gasoline Model:
THE TORO COMPANY STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THE USE OF FRESH, CLEAN, UNLEADED REGULAR GRADE GASOLINE IN TORO
GASOLINE POWERED PRODUCTS. UNLEADED
GASOLINE BURNS CLEANER, EXTENDS
ENGINE LIFE, AND PROMOTES GOOD STARTING BY REDUCING THE BUILD-UP OF COMBUSTION CHAMBER DEPOSITS. LEADED
GASOLINE CAN BE USED IF UNLEADED IS
NOT AVAILABLE.
• Since children like the smell of gasoline, keep
it out of their reach because the fumes are
explosive and dangerous to inhale.
1. Clean the area around the fuel tank cap and remove
the cap.
2. Fill the tank to about one inch below the top of the
tank, (bottom of filler neck). DO NOT OVERFILL. Then install the cap.
3. Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled to pre-
vent a fire hazard.
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